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LAVA IN THE CUP? wow, it's an easy project to dosimilar to connecting to life. It's like a volcano when it erupts ,only it's in a cup and is easy to do at home.
the materials you need:
- a clear cup (to see the beauty of it)
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil (any store)
- 1 teaspoon of salt (may need more for good side effects)
- water (half full in the clear cup)
- food coloring (it's optional but to get a better view choose red)
FOR FUTHER INFORMATION GO TO http:/www.sciencebob.com/experiments/lavacup.php
WHERE IT SHOWS A VIDEO OF THE LAVA EXPERIMENT YOU WILL ENJOY .ALSO THE PROCEDURE AND PURPOSE ITS RIGHT INTO . ;)
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 11y agolava in a cup method
step 1 :fill the cup 3/4 of water.
step 2 :add 5 drops of food colouring .
step 3 :add 1/4 of vegtable oil.
step 4 :add one teaspoon of salt on the oil .
step 5 :look at the blobs going up and down in the cup .
step 6 :add some more salt to keep the effect going.
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∙ 11y agoThe oil floats on top of the water because the water is lighter.
It can burst in direct sunlight.
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∙ 12y agoan idea you can use is that will the salt dissolve if you don't keep on adding salt.
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∙ 11y agoNowhere, it seems.
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∙ 10y agodata about cup of lava
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∙ 12y agoProblem
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∙ 12y ago1.to
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What is it called when magma erupts onto the surface of the volcano?
lava
What is hot magma outside a volcano called?
This is known as lava.
Molten material that flows from volcanoes?
lava.
Is there a difference between lava and lava flow?
Lava is molten rock at earth's surface, whether it is in a lava flow, a lava pool, or a lava dome. A lava flow is lava that is actively flowing downhill.
What is Magma that flows onto Earth's surfaces called?
the answer is.....lava :)
What is the science behind Lava in a cup?
this is the model of a volcano's lava.
What is the dependent variable in a lava in a cup experiment?
cup
What is the problem of lava in a cup?
The problem of lava in a cup is that it is extremely hot and can cause burns if touched. Additionally the rapidly expanding heat from the lava can cause the cup to break creating a potentially dangerous situation. The following are some of the issues associated with having lava in a cup: The lava is too hot to touch without causing burns. The heat from the lava can cause the cup to crack or break. The lava can cause the cup to become very hot to the touch making it difficult to handle. The lava can cause the cup to become brittle and break easily. The lava can also cause smoke or steam to be released which can cause irritation to the eyes nose and throat.When dealing with lava in a cup it is important to take the necessary precautions to ensure safety. This includes wearing protective gloves and eye protection keeping the cup away from flammable materials and keeping the cup in a safe place away from children and pets.
How does cup of lava work?
by salt
Is lava in a cup a cool experiment for teenagers?
yes
What are the independent variables in a lava in a cup experiment?
It's only an experiment if 2 or more conditions are compared. Lava in a cup is a science observation or demonstration. To make it an experiment, you would have to compare 2 conditions, for example lava cups with salt vs. lava cups with baking soda while keeping all other variables constant.
Will other substances will work the same as salt lava in a cup?
no
What is the best conclusion for lava in a cup?
the salt hits the bottom and dissolves
Do different kinds of food oil give different effects in lava in a cup?
no
What are facts about volanoes?
Volcanoes have lava tubes in themPressure plays a big roll in eruption
What matrials do you need to make lava in a cup?
Glass or Plastic Cup1/4 cup of vegetable oil1 teaspoon of salt1 cup of water5 drops of food coloring
What are some interesting fatcs about volcanoes?
The interesting facts about volcanoes are that they blow up and lava and coal come out of them and it is very dangerous if you get hit by lava or coal because it is really hot.
