Did you ever dream of having a lava lamp experiment when you were a kid? I know I did! There’s just something magical about those colorful blobs bouncing around in liquid light. Now, as a parent, you ...

Few kids can resist a good science experiment, and I have always found the best ones to be those that are easy to set up, use materials you already have around the home, and are as fun or interesting ...

Discover five captivating science experiments you can try at home! This video features striking visual demonstrations including sugar density layering, a water vortex, capillary action with rainbow ...

This experiment demonstrates how water at different temperatures has different densities, creating beautiful layering effects. You'll see how warm and cold water interact and learn about density ...

Audrey O'Grady receives funding from Science Foundation Ireland. She is affiliated with Department of Biological Sciences, University of Limerick. Many people think science is difficult and needs ...

While the cold weather may deter many from going outside, others like to take advantage of the freezing temperatures and test out different science experiments. From blowing frozen bubbles to throwing ...

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