Egg Shell Science Experiment - Dissolves in Vinegar

Summary

In this fun science experiment, you'll learn how to turn a regular chicken egg into a bouncy, translucent egg by dissolving its shell with white vinegar. The acid in the vinegar reacts with the calcium carbonate shell, leaving behind a soft, delicate membrane. Over the course of 24 hours, the egg becomes translucent, showcasing the yolk inside. While delicate, the egg is strong enough to bounce, though it can break easily. The video showcases cool visual effects and a playful exploration of how high the egg can bounce before it splats.

Takeaways

• 🥚 The video demonstrates how to turn a regular egg into a squidgy, translucent egg that can bounce.
• 🥛 To start, place an uncooked chicken egg in a glass and cover it with white vinegar.
• 💧 The vinegar reacts with the calcium carbonate shell of the egg, dissolving it and forming carbon dioxide bubbles.
• ⌛ The process takes about 24 hours, though the shell softens significantly after 6 hours.
• ⚠️ Handle the egg carefully during the process, as it becomes slippery and delicate.
• 🧽 After 24 hours, the shell completely dissolves, leaving a thin membrane around the egg.
• 🪄 The translucent egg allows you to see the yolk inside and produces cool lighting effects when a flashlight is shined through it.
• ⚡ The membrane is strong enough to allow the egg to bounce, but only from a low height (around 30 cm).
• 🚨 The eggs are delicate, and mishandling can easily cause them to break.
• 🧪 The video encourages viewers to try the experiment and stay safe while exploring more fun science experiments.

Q & A

What is the main goal of the experiment in the video?

The goal of the experiment is to dissolve the shell of an uncooked chicken egg, leaving a squidgy, translucent membrane that can even bounce.

What ingredient is used to dissolve the eggshell?

White vinegar is used to dissolve the eggshell.

What causes the small bubbles to form around the egg when vinegar is added?

The small bubbles are caused by a chemical reaction between the acid in the vinegar and the calcium carbonate in the eggshell, which produces carbon dioxide.

How long does it take for the egg to soak in vinegar before the shell is fully dissolved?

The egg needs to soak in the vinegar for about 24 hours to fully dissolve the shell.

What happens to the egg after 6 hours of soaking in vinegar?

After 6 hours, the shell becomes soft, and the outer layer starts to dissolve, making the egg slippery.

What remains of the egg once the shell is dissolved after 24 hours?

A thin membrane, which was underneath the shell, remains to hold the egg together after the shell dissolves.

What can you do if there are remnants of the eggshell left after the soaking period?

You can carefully rub off any remaining shell and wash it off with vinegar, but handle the egg delicately as the membrane is very thin.

How does the egg appear after the shell is completely dissolved?

The egg becomes slightly translucent, allowing you to see the yolk in the middle.

Why is it important to handle the egg carefully after the shell dissolves?

The membrane holding the egg together is very delicate, and rough handling could cause the egg to break.

Can the egg bounce after the shell is dissolved, and how high can it bounce?

Yes, the egg can bounce. In the video, the egg bounces about 30 cm before it splats and breaks.