Uploaded September 2017 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Sodium Polyacrylate... You know… The super-absorbent polymer found in disposable baby diapers. Also used in many 'disappearing water' magic tricks, this fine, white powder instantly turns liquid water into a slush-like solid substance. Technically speaking, the polymer absorbs from 500 to 1000 times its own weight in water. Simply add table salt to reverse the reaction. Safe and amazing -- your students will love it! Available at teachersource.com/product/sodium-polyacrylate-diaper-polymer/chemistry-hydro
Sodium Polyacrylate... You know… The super-absorbent polymer found in disposable baby diapers. Also used in many 'disappearing water' magic tricks, this fine, white powder instantly turns liquid water into a slush-like solid substance. Technically speaking, the polymer absorbs from 500 to 1000 times its own weight in water. Simply add table salt to reverse the reaction. Safe and amazing -- your students will love it! Available at teachersource.com/product/sodium-polyacrylate-diaper-polymer/chemistry-hydro
