Description
A glowing science experiment using baking soda, vinegar, and glow coloring to create a magical bubbling lamp. Fun, safe, and perfect for kids’ activities or science nights.
Ingredients
1 tall clear jar or bottle
1/4 cup baking soda
Water (to fill half the jar)
Baby oil or cooking oil (to nearly fill the rest)
Glow food coloring or non-toxic glow-in-the-dark paint
Vinegar
Optional: Blacklight for extra glow
Instructions
Pour 1/4 cup of baking soda into the bottom of the jar.
In a separate container, mix glow food coloring or glow paint with water. Fill the jar halfway with this glowing water.
Slowly pour in baby oil or cooking oil until the jar is almost full. Let it settle so the oil floats on top.
In a small container, mix vinegar with additional glow color if desired.
Carefully pour the vinegar mixture into the jar and watch the glowing bubbles rise and fall.
Turn off the lights and use a blacklight for maximum glowing effect.
Notes
Best viewed in a dark room. Use non-toxic glow ingredients for safe fun. Clean up with warm soapy water after use.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Science Activity
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: N/A