Everyday material science experiments

Learn about the distinct properties of metals through 16 experiments using common household items.

Discusses plastics and polymers including what they are made of, how they behave, and why they are important.

Learn about the properties of water and other liquids through 16 experiments that make use of common household items.

Learn about the distinct properties of salts and solids through 16 experiments using common household items.

Learn about the properties of air and other gases through 16 experiments that make use of common household items.