Emily's Science Lab: Rainbow Potions
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Join Emily Calandrelli in "Emily's Science Lab: Rainbow Potions," a vibrant exploration of chemistry through an engaging color-changing experiment. This video introduces the concept of butterfly pea flower tea as a natural pH indicator, demonstrating how acids and bases interact to alter its hue. Viewers will learn about pH scales, acids, bases, and chemical indicators in an accessible and fun way that supports science curricula. Emily Calandrelli, an MIT engineer and renowned science educator, connects the scientific principles explored in the video to her book series, "Stay Curious and Keep Exploring," which features further science experiments. The content is designed to enrich understanding of chemistry fundamentals in a safe, interactive manner.
Media Details
Runtime: 6 minutes 40 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Chemistry, Science Experiments, Science Methods
- Grade/Interest Level: 2 - 8
- Release Year: 2024
- Producer/Distributor: Emily Calandrelli
- Series: Emily's Science Lab
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