Want to know what happens you combine hydrogen peroxide with a catalyst like yeast? It’s an experiment called Elephant Toothpaste, and you can try it at home just like the ladies of “The Real”! Disclaimer: minors should not try this at home unless accompanied by parent or guardian and with proper safety equipment.
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What you’ll need:
12 oz plastic bottle
hydrogen peroxide (3%)
dish soap
dry yeast
warm water
baking sheet
Driections:
1. Prepare yeast solution by adding dry yeast to warm water and wait a few minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. Pour 2 inches of hydrogen peroxide (3%) into the bottle.
3. Place bottle on baking sheet.
4. Squeeze in a good squirt of dish soap.
5. Pour in yeast solution (3 tablespoons).
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