Praxis Science Outreach Science Smarts Column
December 4, 2021
The latest Praxis ‘Science Smarts’ column in the Medicine Hat News (December 11): The Smells of the Season. Link: https://medicinehatnews.com/life/local-life/2021/12/10/science-smarts-the-smells-of-the-season/
The Smells of the Season
Patty Rooks
I have absolutely loved the sprinkling of snow we had this week. It truly does make it feel more like the Holiday Season is fast approaching.
Of course, this means we are all decorating. With all of the uncertainty and loss we have had in the past few weeks throughout the country, there is a shortage of Christmas trees. Although unfortunate, I know I will make do with an artificial one. The only thing I am missing is that fragrance that comes with a real tree. Of course, I have come up with a solution rooted in science.
Let’s get started! Remember to ask an adult before doing this experiment.
Materials
- Unflavoured gelatin
- Pine essential oil
- Goggles
- Water
- Stove
- Pot
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