Several liquids of varying color are added to a cylinder. Due to differing densities of the liquids, a density gradient is formed resulting in a layered, multi-colored column. As an optional investigation, the relative density of small solid objects may be compared by dropping them in the density column. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; PS1.B Performance Expectations: MS-PS1-2 Cross Cutting Concepts: Patterns Engineering Practices: Analyzing and Interpreting Data Kit Includes: 450mL Glucose Syrup 400mL Liquid Detergent 400mL Vegetable Oil 400mL Ethyl Alcohol 25mL Blue Food Coloring 25mL Red Food Coloring Graduated Cylinder 5 Plastic Cups DOT: UN1170, Ethanol, 3, II, Ltd Qty *”Next Generation Science Standards” is a registered trademark of Achieve. Neither Achieve nor the lead states and partners that developed the Next Generation Science Standards was involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Methanol, which is known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.