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Density and Polarity – Oil and Water Lava Lamp

Immiscible liquids and density.

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torontodigits
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Step-by-Step Instructions
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Add food colouring – drops pass through oil into water.
Observations
: Water and oil separate due to density and polarity differences. The tablet releases CO₂ bubbles that rise, carrying coloured water, then fall as gas escapes – demonstrating convection and chemical reactions.
Hypothesis
Oil and water will not mix, and adding an effervescent tablet will create bubbles that move coloured water through the oil.
Conclusion
Polarity (water is polar, oil is non-polar).
Materials Needed
  • Food colouring
⚠️ Safety Notes
  • Adult supervision recommended
  • Wear safety goggles if available
  • Work in a well-ventilated area
  • Clean up after experiment
What You'll Learn
  • Scientific method application
  • Data observation & recording
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Experiment documentation
  • Physics concepts
Experiment Status

Status: Published ✓

Submitted: January 5, 2026

Last Updated: January 19, 2026

Difficulty: Not specified

Reading Time: 1 min read

Last Saved: Mar 18, 2026 10:42 am

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