Simple Acids and Bases Science Experiment to Do With Kids

Looking for a fun science experiment to do with kids with ingredients you have at home?

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Try this acids and bases experiment to test household solutions and decided if they are acidic or basic.

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Make Turmeric Paper

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Gather Your Supplies

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Make Your Guesses (Hypothesis)

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Test Acids and Bases

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Results

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Swipe Up to Learn More!

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