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Oil Water Color Science Explosions

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Oil Water Science Fun

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Here’s some easy science fun with things you probably already have in your kitchen; water, vegetable oil, and food coloring.  We poured some oil into a pitcher or vase half full of room temperature water.  The kids learned that oil & water “don’t like each other.”  I told them that the oil rises to the top because the water is denser than oil.

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Oil Water Color Explosions

Then we put a couple drops of food coloring in and notice how it beaded up in the oil.  After a few seconds it exploded beyond the oil down into the water because it is made with water and is therefore also denser than oil.

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We threw in a little color theory, too, by using two primary colors and watching them mix in the oil & water.  The kids were in awe and asked to do this experiment over and over again.  Next time, I want to set it up with some eye droppers so that they can do it themselves.

Have your kids ever experimented with oil & water? 

 

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Filed Under: Play and Learning, Science Fun Tagged With: Colors, Oils, Science, Water

About Krissy of B-Inspired Mama

Former M.Ed Art Teacher. Current Blogger & Social Media Influencer. Always Crazy & Creative Mama of 3.

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  1. pauline@lessonslearntjournal.com says

    March 28, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    That last photo is priceless 🙂 Love this Krissy! Definitely on my to-do list for next week with the boys.

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  2. MaryAnne says

    March 26, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    I love his expression in that last photo! Simple experiments like this are some of the best for little ones, I find.

    Thanks for sharing with Learning Laboratory at Mama Smiles =)

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  3. Andrea @ No Doubt Learning says

    March 23, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    This looks like one we'll have to try out. My girls LOVE science experiments – and mixing colors, for that matter. I've enjoyed your site. I followed so I can stay updated 🙂

    Andrea
    http://www.nodoubtlearning.blogspot.com

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    • Krissy Sherman Bonning says

      March 26, 2012 at 12:50 PM

      Thanks for visiting, Andrea. I'm off to check out your blog now..

      Reply
  4. maggy, red ted art says

    March 21, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    That face is just so precious! Exciting science!

    Thanks for sharing on Kids Get Crafty!

    Maggy & Alissa

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    • Krissy Sherman Bonning says

      March 23, 2012 at 2:06 PM

      Thanks – he really loved it. And you're welcome! I love linking up with you all. 🙂

      Reply

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