How volcanoes work
Field Volcanologist: How volcanoes work.
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What to do
Find out what magma is and why it rises.
About 25 minutes · 25 minutes away from a screen
You'll need
- • Bicarb soda
- • Vinegar
- • A tray
- • Container for the volcano
Safety first — Adult nearby
- • Chemicals
- • Sharp tools
- • Adult supervision required for: chemicals, sharp_tools.
- • An adult must supervise the eruption experiment.
- • Do the experiment outside or on a tray. Wear eye protection.
- • Never use real heat or chemicals other than bicarb and vinegar.
Show your work
Photo (required) · Child reflection
Reflection
What was the trickiest part, and how did you work it out?