10
2
LAB
SALTY SQUARES
MATERIALS
• 1 cup (235 ml) of water
• 7–8 tablespoons (126–144 g) of
table salt (sodium chloride, NaCl).
Iodized is okay.
• Food coloring (optional)
• Piece of cardboard (optional)
• Clean, clear container
• Saucer (optional)
• 12" (30 cm) string or fishing line
(optional)
• Scissors (optional)
• Pencil or butter knife (optional)
• Paper towel or coffee filter (optional)
Grow your own perfect
cube of salty perfection.
Safety Tips
- Don’t get salt in your eyes.
- Wash hands quickly after
handling salt.
- Ask an adult for help boiling
the water.
- Be cautious around the
cooking stove to avoid burns.
