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Written by Deb Dommel   
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Polymers - Teach
Materials
Nebraska Standards

Materials Needed -

  • Construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Stapler or glue
  • Packing peanuts - poly and cellulose
  • Acetone - contained in many nail polish removers. (You can purchase pure acetone in drug stores, or paint stores.)
  • Protective clothing - goggles, apron
  • Matches
  • Water
  • Gar gum powder - available at a health food store
  • Borax - found with laundry detergents
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Saucepan
  • Hot plate or other heat source
  • Quart Ziploc storage bags
  • Elmer's white glue and Blue Glue Gel
  • Liquid latex rubber - hobby or craft store - where stage make-up supplies are sold
  • 5% acetic acid solution - household vinegar
  • Sodium silicate solution - chemical supply company
  • 50% ethanol solution - Vodka
  • 5-8 oz plastic cups
  • Small craft sticks for stirring
  • Liquid starch - found in isle with laundry products



 
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