Water Beads

These tiny beads can soak up and hold over 100 times their weight in water! Each bead maintains its spherical shape and color. Observe how the beads absorb water over time. Create a fun illusion using the optical properties of the beads.

Grades covered: 4 through 12
Curriculum Topics: Matter, Molecules, Chemistry, Polymers

Standards

Idea Sheets are cross-referenced to subjects listed in the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and California Content Standards.

Categories include:
  • Physical Science
  • Grades 3-5
  • Grades 6-8
  • Science
Tags: Matter, Chemical Reactions, Measurement & Data
Subjects covered: ["Physical Science"]