Slime FAQs
Monday November 10, 2008
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- How do I make translucent slime? How do I make opaque slime?
Basically, your slime will be about as transparent as the glue you use to make it. If you use white school glue, then your slime will be opaque. If you use translucent clear or blue glue gel (or another see-through color), then your slime will be translucent. - Can I mix the slime solutions in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the borax solution and glue solution days or weeks before actually making the slime. - Are borax and boric acid interchangeable? Can I substitute one for the other?
Borax and boric acid are not the same chemical; borax [Na2B4O7·10H2O or Na2[B4O5(OH)4]·8H2] is a salt of boric acid [B(OH)3]. I haven't tried making slime using boric acid. (Feel free to post a comment if you can offer a more complete answer to this question.) - How do I color slime?
If your glue is tinted, then your slime will be colored. You can mix food coloring in with either slime-making solution. You can also add glitter or other decorations. - How long can I keep my slime?
Slime doesn't go 'bad', but you may want to toss it if it develops mold or if it dries out. Refrigerated slime, kept in a baggie, should last for a couple of weeks. My daughter has a bag of slime (not refrigerated) that she made a few months ago, so it can last much longer.
Comments
I am working on the soap project that you did.
I just have one question, What is closed cell foam formation?? ive looked for it everywhere on the internet and i cant find any infomation on closed cell foam formation.
What is the chemical name for a slime
made out of polyvinyl alcohol and borax?
Can someone please help me?
Boric acid solution doesn’t work as a substitute for borax.
Hi!
I would like to know the definition of green slime please.
Thanks
What can I substitute for Borax when making slime? I triedmaking slime with cornstarch and water but the consistency is not like the shop-bought slime.