Science Party Frankenworms Gummy Experiment
Mixing vinegar and baking soda causes an amazing chemical reaction! When combined, they form carbon dioxide gas. Watch this reaction in action by soaking gummy worms in baking soda, then placing them in vinegar. Carbon dioxide gas bubbles rise up through the vinegar and cause the worms to wiggle and come to "life."
Materials
Directions
Cut gummy worms in half (lengthwise) to make them skinny.
Fill a beaker with the warm water and baking soda. Place the sliced gummy worms inside.
Stir. Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes.
Fill the second beaker with vinegar.
Remove the worms from the baking soda mixture. Carefully place them in the vinegar beaker.
Watch what happens as the gummy worms start to squirm! Why does this happen? Mixing vinegar and baking soda causes a chemical reaction. When combined, they form carbon dioxide gas. The carbon dioxide gas bubbles rise up through the vinegar and cause the worms to wiggle and come to "life."
*Safety Note: Do not eat the gummy worms that were used in the experiment. All experiment materials should be cleaned or disposed of in a proper manner.
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