Diaper Polymers
| Chemistry: | Polymers, Hydrophilic & Hydrophobic |
| Grade Range: | Elementary School, Middle School, High School |
| Format: | Stage |
This demonstration is one that students could easily replicate at home. Be sure the salt is mixed thoroughly before trying to dump it, otherwise it won't go down the drain.
Materials
- Diapers
- Salt
- Scissors
- Gallon Zip-lock Bag
- Glass Cups or Beakers
- Water
Safety Precautions
Please read the Dry Chemical section of the Demonstration Safety page before performing this demonstration.
This demonstration requires: Safety Glasses
Demonstration
WRITEUP IN PROGRESS
- Steps for the demonstration.
- Be sure to clarify on steps about any safety equipment needed.
- Make sure steps can be understood by a first-time reader.
Why This Works
Short Explanation
This is where you would provide a basic, easy-to-understand explanation of the demonstration. Try not to use too much "Science Jargon", and if needed add any explanation tips, like comparing the demo to something kids are familiar with.
Full Explanation
This is where you will explain the demonstration in full, and provide all additional information that pertains to the demo. Unlike the short explanation above, this should be worded so someone who is familiar with the topics might understand it. If needed, you can provide equations and citations for additional sources of information on the topic. This is also where you will find some answers for trickier questions, such as "How does a plane fly upside-down?" for the Bernoulli's Principle demo. If you want to add a floating box for equations, copy the following:
| This will give you | a floating box. |
| The box will be | centered for you. |
Additional Information
- Any extra tidbits that do not fit into other sections
- This demonstration is a part of the (insert Stage Show here)