Elephant Toothpaste
a kid's science experiment that creates a foamy reaction
Equipment
- plastic bottle
- funnel
- measuring cups and spoons
- safety glasses
Ingredients
- ½ cup hydrogen peroxide 6%
- 5+ drops food coloring
- 1 tablespoon dish soap
- 1 tablespoon yeast
- 2-3 tablespoons water warm
Instructions
- In your plastic bottle, add the hydrogen peroxide.
- Add in 5-6 drops of food coloring if using. Swirl to mix.
- Add 1 tablespoon dish soap.
- In a small glass measuring cup or other mixing bowl, combine 1 tablespoon yeast with 2-3 tablespoons warm water and stir. This should get a little foamy after about 30 seconds.
- Pour the yeast water into the plastic bottle. Watch the reaction!
Notes
3% hydrogen peroxide will work as well
