How to color eggs. Experiments for children

We are used to seeing eggs of two colors: white and brown. But, did you know that the shell of white eggs can be painted? Well with this experiment with egg Guiainfantil.com explains how to do it, and without using brushes. In this experiment you can see how the vinegar makes the eggshell adopt the

We are used to seeing eggs of two colors: white and brown. But, did you know that the shell of white eggs can be painted? Well with this experiment with eggGuiainfantil.com explains how to do it, and without using brushes.

In this experiment you can see how the vinegar makes the eggshell adopt the natural dye of the dye we have chosen. Keep in mind that the longer you leave the egg submerged in the mixture of water, vinage and coloring, the darker the color will remain.

Experiment to color eggs

Materials

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 glasses
  • 1 Jug of water
  • Vinegar
  • 2 cans of natural coloring
Tip: The amount of water you have to throw must be enough to cover the egg completely.

How to color an egg, step by step

1. Take two glasses and fill them with water.

2. Pour a little vinegar into each of the glasses to mix it with the water.

3. Choose two natural dyes and pour a little into the glass. Then, stir to mix well with water and vinegar.

4. Once you have the mixture, put the eggs in the glass. When you take them out you will see that they have been dyed the color of the dye. The longer you leave the egg inside the glass, the darker it will remain.

Video of the experiment: make colored eggs

Pedro Oliver. Editor