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In this activity about color, learners get to explore the process of chromatography. Right before their eyes, they can watch ordinary green and black ink turn into a literal rainbow of colors. You can use this activity to facilitate a conversation about light spectrums.
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Coffee filter
- Paper clip
- Black and green water-soluble pens
- Saucer
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth Processes
- Weather and Climate
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Earth Processes
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Physical Sciences
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Vibration and Waves
- Light and Optics
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Light and Optics
- Reflection and Refraction
- Sunlight and Color
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Vibration and Waves
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, COSI Columbus, 2009