Year 6 Chemistry Science Projects

Discover that the absorbency of fabrics depend largely on the shape and structure of the individual fibers that make up the fabric.

This science fair project idea explores substances that cause a bubble to last longer.

This science fair project idea explores whether factors such as temperature and concentration affect the pH of a solution.

This science fair project investigates whether tapping the top or the side of the can will stop a vigorously-shaken can of soda from exploding.

Kids will discover the meat science behind the meat they eat, and find out how to use safe chemistry to make meat more tender.

Dive into the world of cooking oil and smoke points to discover just how fast some oils start smoking.

Discover how and which salt melts ice the quickest.

Do you love to make Jell-O? Find out in this science fair project idea if it is possible to make Jell-O with just warm water.

Did you ever add salt to pasta? Did it help cook the pasta faster? If not, find out in this science fair project idea.

Do different types of oil mix or stack? Find out in this science fair project idea!

Use chemical analysis to identify a variety of mystery powders that look the same but actually have very different properties.

Find out whether matte or shiny nail polish lasts longer.

You've heard the expression "burn rubber" but do you know how heat affects rubber? Examine the impact of temperature on rubber in this fun science experiment.

Examine the effect of pressure on carbonation in soda.

This experiment examines whether storing your orange juice at different temperatures affects its acidity.

This science fair project idea explores whether mint, known for its âcooling sensationâ really does lower temperatures.

Science fair project that teaches you about chemical indicators and how to make your own in order to identify various mystery solutions.

Science fair project that examines how temperature affects density and how density in turn affects the behaviour of helium gas.

Science fair project which teaches you how to make your own homemade glue by combing curdled milk with baking soda.

Science fair project that compares the freezing temperature of salt water and freshwater in order to learn about supercooling and condensation nuclei.

Discover whether a metal will expand under hot water.

In this science fair project, kids start a chemical reaction that will make a balloon inflate itself!

Why do ants like sugar? Do ants like artificial sweeteners too? Kids find out with this great inquiry-based science fair project.

This fun science fair project idea helps students learn how acid rains are formed and explore how acid rain damages the environment.

In this cool catalase and hydrogen peroxide experiment, kids put a potato in a jar of hydrogen peroxide to see how catalase acts as an enzyme.