Colorful Stalagmites: The Silicate Garden

Description: A " crystal garden" is formed using a solution of sodium silicate and colored salt crystals.

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Source: Shakhashiri, B.Z. Chemical Demonstrations: A Handbook for Teachers of Chemistry

Year or vol: 3 page: 379

Keywords: Chemical Garden, transition metal salts, Sodium Silicate, Water Glass


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