Crystal Clear

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Event Details

Teens will be able to create crystals overnight at home.  This will be accomplished by wrapping different colored pipe cleaners into the shape desired. A saturated solution of hot water and borax is made in a heat proof container (e.g. a glass measuring cup).  The pipe cleaners are hung with string off the skewers and submerged into the solution overnight.  24 hours later, the crystals are formed and ready to be taken out to dry.  The purpose is to encourage chemistry learning
Event Type(s): STEM/STEAM
Age Group(s): Young Adult (Teens)