It's fun to play with bubbles! You can do much more with bubbles than simply blow a few here and there. Here's a list of fun science projects and experiments involving bubbles.
1. Make Bubble Solution
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Before we get too far along, you might want to make up some bubble solution. Yes, you can buy bubble solution. It is easy to make it yourself, too.
2. Bubble Prints
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This is a project in which you capture the impression of bubbles on paper. It is fun, plus a great way to study the shapes bubbles make.
3. Microwave Ivory Soap
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This project is a super-easy way to produce a mound of bubbles in your microwave. It doesn't harm your microwave or the soap.
4. Dry Ice Crystal Ball
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This project uses dry ice and bubble solution to make a giant bubble that resembles a swirling cloudy crystal ball.
5. Burning Bubbles
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This project requires adult supervision! You blow flammable bubbles and set them on fire.
6. Colored Bubbles
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These colored bubbles are based on disappearing ink so the the pink or blue bubble color vanishes after the bubbles pop, leaving no stains.
7. Glowing Bubbles
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It is easy to make bubbles that will glow when exposed to a black light. This fun bubble project is great for parties.
8. Mentos and Soda Bubble Fountain
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You can use other candies for this project besides Mentos. They need to be about the same size as the opening to your bottle and should stack neatly. Diet soda is usually recommended for this project because it doesn't produce a sticky mess, but you can use normal soda just fine.
