Search Results


Showing results 1 to 9 of 9

Source Institutions
Add to list Details
In this experiment, learners separate different types of molecules in marker inks (using a technique called "thin layer chromatography").

$1 - $5 per student Ages 4 - 8 30 to 45 minutes
Source Institutions
Add to list Details
In this activity, explore chromatography and the various colors that make up the ink in markers. Use this activity to investigate cohesion and adhesion.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 11 5 to 10 minutes
Source Institutions
Add to list Details
In this activity, learners simulate the process of DNA fingerprinting by using electricity to separate colored dyes.

Over $20 per group Ages 11 - 18 1 to 2 hours
Source Institutions
Add to list Details
With a coffee filter, a black marker, and a cup of water, discover the secret colors hidden in black ink.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 18 5 to 10 minutes
Source Institutions
Add to list Details
In this activity, learners explore acid and bases as they create their own invisible ink out of baking soda and grape juice.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 4 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
Source Institutions
Add to list Details
In this activity, learners use mirrors to write secret messages to a friend. Use this activity to explore letters, optics, and/or symmetry.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 11 5 to 10 minutes
Add to list Details
In this activity, learners become detectives and use chemistry to investigate fingerprints.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
Source Institutions
Add to list Details
In this activity, learners write a secret message in "invisible ink" and then use chemistry to view the writing.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
Source Institutions
Add to list Details
In this optics activity, learners build a spy tool to secretly view things over walls or around corners.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 6 - 11 10 to 30 minutes