Bubbles

Do you remember blowing bubbles as a kid or even as an adult? It was fun! But bubbles are actually very complex. To really understand bubbles you might need to know a little chemistry, physics or even math. No need to worry though. Bubble sites on the web range from sheer fun to complex. Let's get started.

A good place to start is Bubblesphere . There is a long essay about the history of Pear's soap. It is not quite clear what it has to do with bubbles. There is another shorter but interesting article about bubble toys you might want to read. If you want to make bubbles, you don't have to buy a commercial bubble solution. Make your own at home using one of Bubblesphere's 3 bubble solutions. Wonder why they didn't keep them a secret? Next, you need the right tools, which are not expensive. Try using everyday items that you probably have around the house like string, cookie sheets(?) or your hands! WOW. Before you leave try playing the bubble games. This site admit that it only supplies the simpler facts about bubbles but give a reference list and links for those whose science project is due tomorrow.

If you have younger kids, you may want to check out the Soap and Detergent Association's web site. It is written in a straightforward, fun, non-scientific and kid-friendly manner. Along with a general recipe for a bubble solution and ways to make bubbles bigger, it has tricks that you can astound your friends with. Learn how to predict the colour of a bubble or when a bubble is going to pop. How do you make a pop-proof bubble or a square one? Visit the site and find out. I'm not going to tell you. Bubble art, bubble sculpture, making a telescope or determining how temperature affects the life of a bubble are experiments younger children can try. Have fun.

Enquiring into Bubbles is a one page, more scientific look at bubbles. This site is an excellent one to look at if you are searching for a science project idea. It just might get you started thinking in a particular direction. Various experiments or questions about bubbles are asked, then the science behind the questions is explored. What is the natural shape of bubbles? Can you make spiral or cylindrical bubbles?

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