Is it acidic?

Detect the presence of acids and the effects on everyday life!

Before you get started

If you are experimenting at home:
1. Let your parents know and discuss the experiments with them beforehand.
2. Do not eat or drink at your workspace.
3. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after the experiment.
4. Be careful and cautious with the materials.

Graphic figure boy pouring liquid in flask

What you need for the experiment:

1 small dish
Eggshell ‏(rinsed and dried from a boiled or raw egg) or a thin seashell such as a sand dollar
Lemon juice
Food scale ‏(not required)

Let’s get started!

1. Check the list and gather the materials you need.
2. Click video and start science fun!

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