Demonstrating a Volcano with the aid of Baking Soda and Vinegar

Demonstrating a Volcano with the aid of Baking Soda and Vinegar

The foam and fizz that results from the baking soda and vinegar reaction can be used to demonstrate the eruption of a volcano.

You will need a model of a volcano made from plasticine or plaster of paris which has a well in the middle to hold a container in which the reagents can be placed.

* Place two tablespoons of baking soda in the container located in the volcano well.
* To a quarter cup of warm water add a few drops of a dark food coloring agent (to make the demo more realistic) and add that to the container holding the baking soda.
* Add half a cup of vinegar and watch the volcano erupt.


You will need lots of paper towels to clean up the mess once this demonstration is over.
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