Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Making a Crystal Garden
There are many kinds of gardens, and some of them don't require plants. Making a crystal garden using household items can be a fun science project for children. Here's how:
1 aluminum pie pan
5 pieces of plain charcoal (untreated)
6 Tbsp. water
1 Tbsp. ammonia
6 Tbsp. bluing (a laundry product)
6 Tbsp. salt
a few drops of food coloring
Mix the ammonia, water, salt, and bluing in a glass bowl or jar. Place charcoal in the pie pan. Pour the liquid mixture over the charcoal. Dot with the food coloring. Use a variety of colors if desired. Place in a dry place and watch it grow!
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