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Don't play favorites when separating candy colors. Pupils use the process of chromatography to separate the colors of two different types of candy-coated candies. Class members compare their results to an unknown sample to determine which candy created the sample.
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Instructional Ideas
- Try the same activity using a black marker instead
- Lead a discussion about how colors are made from combining different pigments
Classroom Considerations
- Requires creating a sample beforehand
Pros
- Includes a suggestion for an extension
- Provides a explanation of what is happening to cause the separation of colors
Cons
- None