Category: Science Experiment

Sweet Sedimentary Rock Learn about sedimentary rock and the different layers of rock. Cave of the Mounds is within limestone rock. In one room we … Read More

Stream Table Get ready to learn more about geology, erosion, and rivers within landscapes. Here at Cave of the Mounds, we are on the side … Read More

Sinkholes in a Cup Sinkholes are found all over the area here at Cave of the Mounds but don’t be worried, our sinkholes don’t sink … Read More

Erosion with Chalk and Vinegar This activity will talk about three components erosion, caves, and the rock cycle, which are vital to Cave of the … Read More

Create Your Own Sugar Cube Cave Adapted from Exploring Caves and Karst – A Cave and Karst Curriculum (American Cave Conservation Association, Inc.) There are … Read More

Create-A-Fossil Investigation Fossils are remains of life from the past preserved in rock. The most common types of fossils are molds and casts. This activity … Read More

Grow-Your-Own Speleothem Replicas Cave formations like stalactites and stalagmites, collectively known as speleothems, form as water seeps through limestone. As the water moves through the … Read More

Grow-Your-Own Geode Replica You will need: a clean eggshell, paintbrush, glue, food coloring, alum powder, water, paper towels, glass jar, spoon With a paintbrush spread … Read More

Crystal Structure Study Experience You will need: 2 balloons, 12-inch funnel, salt, sugar, hand lens tray or plate (not white) Fill one balloon with salt, … Read More

Charcoal Briquette Crystal Growing Project You will need: 1 charcoal briquette, 1 pie tin, Charcoal crystal solution (10ml Ammonia, 50 ml laundry bluing, 50ml salt, … Read More