Make your own pocket volcano (Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3, Stage 4)
What happens inside a volcano before it erupts? In this hands-on demonstration you will be able to model the reactions and pressure inside a magma chamber using just a few household ingredients.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
This experiment is an example of a scientific model. A scientific model is something that represents and explains a system or sequence of events without having to see the real thing.
In this example, the model helps us understand the geological processes that are happening inside a volcano without having to get too close to that molten rock!
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Australian Museum
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 02-Jul-2025 12:00PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Curriculum
Primary, Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech » Earth and Space 7-10
Other KLAs
Science and Tech » Chemical World 7-10
Science and Tech » Working Scientifically and Design and Production » Physical World
Presenter Bio
Charlie Kingsford, Education Project Officer
Charlie is a trained sciences and humanities educator who has been working in the museum sector for the last seven years. He has worked both in and out of the classroom, teaching primary, secondary and tertiary students at cultural and scientific institutions around Sydney. At the Australian Museum he works across the Education team, and particularly loves teaching school programs about dinosaurs and sharks!
His current interest is on how digital experiences can be used to make Australian Museum content more accessible to students around NSW.
Will This Event Be Recorded?
Yes
Using your browser
You can watch the video for this activity in your browser, via the Australian Museum website.
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Materials
For this activity, you will need:
- Alka-seltzer tablet
- Cooking oil
- Water
- Food colouring
- Small sealable test-tube or container
Follow the steps in the video to create your pocket volcano.
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Australian Museum
Phone: (02) 9320 6439
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://australian.museum/