Introduction: Glow in the Dark Lava Lamp
Materials:
• Mason Jar
• 2/3 Cup Water
• 1 Cup Vegetable oil
• 1 or more Alka-Seltzer tablet(s)
• 2 Glow Sticks
• Scissors or Knife
Time: Approx. 5 minutes
Step 1: Add Vegetable Oil
Add 1 cup of vegetable oil.
Step 2: Add Water
Add 2/3 cup water into the jar. Wait 30 seconds until the water has mostly settled to the bottom.
Step 3: Crack Glow Stick
Crack and shake one glow stick until it is completely lit up.
*Contents of glow sticks may be dangerous if ingested
Step 4: Cut Off Top of Glow Stick
Holding the glow stick upright, take scissors or a knife and cut off the top of the glow stick.
* Use caution when using scissors or knife.
Step 5: Empty Contents of Glow Sticks Into Jar
Empty contents of the glow stick into jar. Do not mix or stir.
Repeat steps 3-5 with the second glow stick.
Step 6: Add Alka-Seltzer & Watch
Drop one Alka-Seltzer tablet into the jar to give the jar the lava lamp effect.
Add another tablet after the first completely dissolves if desired.
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Enjoy!
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