Daily Archives: August 30, 2015

Vodka is used for science experiments because it is a relatively inexpensive form of ethanol in water. (photo credit: Andrew Cheal) — I’m commonly asked why many chemistry ‘recipes’ call for vodka or Everclear as opposed to medical-grade ethanol (alcohol). The answer is simple: It’s easy and inexpensive to obtain vodka, while obtaining medical-grade ethanol, even if you have a permit, can be expensive. Aside from the regulations surrounding ethanol, it’s a […]

Why People Use Vodka for Science Experiments

This entry was posted on August 30, 2015 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on May 19, 2021)

Oobleck is a type of slime that behaves as a viscoelastic or non-Newtonian fluid. (David Mulder) — Slime is a classic science project. There are lots of different ways to make it, so you’re sure to have ingredients to make it. Here’s a collection of easy slime recipes to try: Classic White Glue and Borax Slime Recipe Let’s start with the go-to slime recipe, made using white […]

3 Easy Slime Recipes

This entry was posted on August 30, 2015 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on November 18, 2021)