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Cool Science Experiments for Kids: Ocean in a Bottle: Video Series

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Learn how to design a fun, easy & cool science fair experiment creating an ocean in a bottle in this free video clip series.

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  1. Learn what supplies you will need to create your ocean in a bottle in this free home science video

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  2. Salad dressing is a real life example of an ocean in a bottle in this free home science video

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  3. The first step is filling the bottle when creating your ocean in a bottle in this free home science video

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  4. How to Add the food coloring to create your ocean in a bottle in this free home science video

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  5. See an old example of an ocean in a bottle ocean in a bottle in this free home science video

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  6. Learn the final step in creating your ocean in a bottle in this free home science video

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Some liquids just don't mix. This is because some liquids are denser than others. For example, when oil and water are mixed together the oil always rises to the top because it is a less dense liquid. The two just will not mix. By placing both oil and water in a container and adding a few drops of water-based food coloring the color will mix with only the water since it is of the same density and not mix with the oil. It will act as a beacon for us to see the separation of the two liquids. As the container is tilted and the water is pulled down by gravity it will slowly move the oil out of its way and flow like waves to the other side of the container.

This free video series will show you detailed instructions on how to create your own homemade ocean in a bottle as a fun and cool science experiment using everyday items in your home. It will show you exactly what supplies you will need to build it and how to assemble and demonstrate it. If you're looking for an interesting and fun experiment for a science fair or any other school project this is a great series for you!

 
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Scott Thompson Scott Thompson has been teaching kids of all ages for about twenty years. He currently works for the Wisconsin Public School system teaching science and other subjects to elementary kids.dkdk

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