======Bubbling Slime======


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**Alternative titles:** Vinegar and Baking Soda Slime
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====Summary====                   
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====Procedure====  
  - Pour 2 cups of vinegar into a bowl or container.  
  - While stirring vigorously, slowly sprinkle 1¼ teaspoons of xanthan gum across the top to prevent clumping.  
  - Add food coloring if desired and stir well.  
  - Refrigerate the mixture for a few hours to allow the xanthan gum to fully hydrate.  
  - After chilling, whisk the slime until smooth and gooey. If it is too thick, add a small amount of vinegar to thin it.  
  - Spread a layer of baking soda over the bottom of a clean container.  
  - Pour the slime over the baking soda and watch bubbles rise through the slime.  
  - Stir the slime into the baking soda for even more bubbling action.



====Links==== 
DIY BUBBLY Slime! School Slime Science Experiment! How To Make The MOST FUN BUBBLING SLIME Ever! - Gillian Bower: 
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====Variations====
  * Place the slime and baking soda inside a resealable bag, add vinegar slime, seal it, and watch it inflate.  
  * Experiment with different amounts of baking soda to see how bubble production changes.  
  * Try other food-safe thickeners (e.g., guar gum or cornstarch) instead of xanthan gum to compare slime textures.



====Safety Precautions====
  * Perform on a washable surface or use trays, as the experiment can get messy.  
  * Do not eat the slime—it is not food-safe.  
  * Wear safety goggles when mixing baking soda and vinegar to avoid splashes.  
  * Dispose of the slime in the trash, not the sink, to prevent clogs.




====Questions to Consider====
  * What gas is produced when vinegar and baking soda react? (Carbon dioxide, CO₂.)  
  * Why does the slime bubble more when stirred? (Stirring helps the vinegar and baking soda mix more, releasing more gas.)  
  * Is the reaction endothermic or exothermic? (Endothermic—the reaction absorbs heat, making the mixture feel cooler.)  
  * How does xanthan gum affect the reaction? (It thickens the vinegar into slime, trapping and slowing the release of bubbles.)