Candy Experiment and Scientific Process

The teacher greets the students and discusses their weekend before introducing the scientific process. Students make predictions about what will happen to different candies in an experiment. They then set up and conduct an experiment using Mentos and Diet Coke, observing the results. The teacher explains the science behind the reaction and concludes with safety reminders.

What is the first step in the scientific process as discussed in the class?

• Comparing results

• Writing a report

• Making a prediction

• Conducting an experiment

Which candy did the students predict would become 'Mushi Mushi'?

• Skittles

• Tic Tacs

• M&Ms

• Mentos

What was the prediction for Tic Tacs during the experiment?

• They will change color

• They will melt

• They will sink

• They will float

Why did the teacher say they needed parental permission?

• To conduct the experiment

• To eat the candies

• To go outside

• To use Diet Coke

Which candy was chosen for the first experiment?

• Mentos

• M&Ms

• Tic Tacs

• Skittles

What was the main observation when the Mentos were added to the Diet Coke?

• Nothing happened

• A fountain of soda erupted

• The Diet Coke changed color

• The Mentos melted

What did the students use to cover the bottle before adding Mentos?

• A piece of paper

• A cap

• A card

• A plastic wrap

What causes the reaction between Diet Coke and Mentos?

• The bubbles in Diet Coke

• The sugar in Mentos

• The color of Mentos

• The temperature of the Coke

What was the teacher's advice regarding safety during the experiment?

• Stand far away

• Use gloves

• Do not put your eye near the bottle

• Wear goggles

What did the students learn about the holes on the Mentos?

• They help create bubbles

• They make the Mentos float

• They cause the soda to change color

• They absorb the soda