The Electric Pickle: 50 Experiments From the Periodic Table, From Aluminum to Zinc

Why does a pickle light up when you plug it into a wall socket? Can iron burn? Are Cheerios magnetic? Explore these strange questions and more in The Electric Pickle, an indispensable collection of 50 madcap experiments based on the periodic table. Each project demonstrates an element’s unique properties using easy-to-follow instructions. Experiments include: Hexed Helium Balloon, Green Tornado Fire, Black Light Jell-O, Gonzo Pickle Batteries, Totally Tricky Thermometer, and Ludicrous Lead-Pencil Lightbulb.