In a galaxy far, far away…

Nebula in a jar space science experiment.

A cool May The 4th science project.

Way up in space, there are huge colourful clouds that are formed from dust and gas. This is called a nebula. More than one is called nebulae. There are different types of nebulae.

Items needed to make a nebula:

Cotton balls

Glitter

Paints

A clear glass jar

Water

Mixing cups

A small spatula or stick

Instructions:

Pour some paint in each cup

Add some water and glitter to each paint.

Mix well

Stretch out cotton balls and arrange them in the glass jar (about 1/3 full).

Pour the paint over the cotton ball.

Use a spatula or stick to mix the colour with the cotton balls so that the cotton balls absorb the paint.

Add a layer of glitter.

Repeat the process with different colours until the jar is full then add more glitter on top.

Close the lid.

Enjoy a sparkling, colourful nebula in a jar.