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Cooking is edible chemistry. There are many fun and educational chemistry projects you can do using kitchen ingredients.

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How to Light Fireworks (Safely)

Friday July 4, 2008
The big day has arrived! It's time to light all those fireworks you have made or purchased. Here are some tips for lighting your fireworks without blowing yourself up or setting your self, yard, or neighbors on fire.
  • Read any and all instructions.
  • Have a bucket of water or garden hose ready in case of accidents.
  • Inspect the area for potentially flammable objects, like dry grass, leaves, buildings, etc.
  • Only light fireworks on a level surface.
  • Make sure spectators are out of range. Be sure pets and children can't get at your display.
  • If you light a firework and it doesn't go off, don't try to relight it.
  • It is a good idea to extinguish used fireworks in water.
  • Don't light fireworks while under the influence of alcohol.
  • Light fireworks one at a time. Wait until a firework is fully extinguished before lighting the next one.
Have a safe and fun Fourth of July weekend!

Wordless Wednesday - Rubber Egg

Wednesday July 2, 2008
If you soak a raw egg in vinegar, its shell will dissolve and the egg will gel like rubber. (Anne Helmenstine)

Make your own rubber egg...

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