Many parents write bad reviews because the crystals don't glow. Here is the science:
: Users find the illustrated instructions to be "awesome" and easy for children to follow, often providing insight into the underlying science and geology. Many parents write bad reviews because the crystals
Pour the hot water into the clear plastic growing dome. Most crystal growing kits require hot water to
Most crystal growing kits require hot water to dissolve the powder completely. As the water cools and evaporates, it "spits
You aren't just making a decoration; you're witnessing . By heating the water, you forced it to hold more powder than it normally could. As the water cools and evaporates, it "spits out" that extra powder, which locks together in a repeating geometric pattern—creating your crystal!
: The kit is praised for being comprehensive, including items like goggles, a lighted stand, and various compounds for up to 12 experiments. However, reviewers note you must provide your own cooking pot (used only for science) to boil water.
