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Elephant Toothpaste Experiment

This simple and easy experiment is a great way to teach your child about chemical reactions.
Author Monique B

Equipment

  • Food Coloring
  • Activated Yeast
  • Hydrogen Peroxide

Ingredients

  • Hydrogen Peroxide
  • Warm Water
  • Measuring Cups
  • Activated Yeast
  • Dish Soap
  • Blue Food Coloring
  • Red Food Coloring
  • Latex Gloves
  • Protective Eyeglasses
  • Plastic Bottle
  • Plastic Tub
  • Fork

Instructions

  • Collect all the necessary supplies.
  • Put on your latex gloves and safety glasses, then place the empty bottle into the tub.
  • Carefully pour hydrogen peroxide into the plastic bottle, then add a little Dawn dish soap. Gently swirl the bottle to mix.
  • Drop a few drops of food coloring onto the bottle’s edge.
  • In a separate measuring cup, combine yeast with warm water and stir with a fork.
  • Gradually add the yeast mixture to the bottle.

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