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Dissolve a Peeps

Find out the best way to dissolve a Peeps marshmallow.

Items Needed:

  • Marshmallow Peeps
  • Clear cups or jars (1 per solution)
  • Water
  • Vinegar
  • Baking soda solution (water mixed with baking soda)
  • Oil (e.g., vegetable oil)
  • Saltwater (water mixed with table salt)
  • Measuring spoons
  • Stirring sticks or spoons
  • Timer

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Solutions: Fill each cup with the same amount of liquid and mix the ingredients for the solutions:
    • Cup 1: Plain water
    • Cup 2: Vinegar
    • Cup 3: Baking soda solution
    • Cup 4: Oil
    • Cup 5: Saltwater
  2. Add Peeps: Place one marshmallow Peep in each cup. Make sure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
  3. Observe: Start the timer and watch the Peeps dissolve over time. Stir each solution gently every few minutes to help the process.
  4. Record Results: Note down how long it takes for each Peep to dissolve or change significantly.
  5. Compare: Discuss which solution dissolved the Peeps fastest and why. Reflect on how the properties of each liquid affect solubility.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Tia Kennard