Epsom Salt Needle Crystal Growing Kit
Epsom Salt Needle Crystal Experiment

Epsom Salt Needle Crystal Growing Kit

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Part Number: CrystalKit
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MAGNESIUM SULFATE (Epsom Salt)
NEEDLE CRYSTAL GROWING KIT
This is a fun and easy experiment kit for all ages!

No experience needed - we give detailed directions.
Learn how to supersaturate a liquid
See what happens to the solution as it evaporates
Grow needle crystals in your refrigerator overnight!


 Includes:
Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt) Packet
Clear Crystal Growing Cups
Food Coloring 
Mini Measuring Cup
Stir Sticks
Detailed Directions

Here's How:
  1. Boil 1/2 cup of water in a microwave or on the stove.
  2. Remove the water from heat and add the Epsom salts. 
  3. Add until the salt stops dissolving - This is supersaturation.
  4. Pour the mixture into the clear containers. 
  5. If desired, add food coloring.
  6. Don't fill more than 1/4 full if you want quick results.

  1. For larger crystals, place the container(s) in a warm or sunny location.  
  2. Crystals will form as the water evaporates. 

  1. For fast crystals (which will be smaller and delicate-looking): 
  2. Cool the liquid quickly by placing the container(s) in the refrigerator. 
  3. Cooling the crystals produces thin needles within an hour.

 

 

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