In this video, you will learn about liquid densities as you follow along in an experiment testing the order various liquids will stack when added together in a glass. We will also add household items into the mix and see where they land in the mixture.
Featuring:
Hailee Talbot
STEM Student Assistant
University of Iowa Health Care
Materials needed for this activity:
- Water
- Oil (vegetable oil or canola oil)
- Heavy liquid (honey, molasses, glue, corn syrup)
- 3 small jars or cups
- 1 larger clear jar or cup
- Food coloring (optional)
- Household items such as a paperclip, coin, pop tab, or bottle cap (optional)