Secret Messages With Invisible Ink!
Active Time
20-30 minutes
Total Project Time
45 minutes to 1 hour
Key Concepts
Chemistry, acid, base, chemical reaction
IntroductionHave you ever wanted to send your friend a secret message that no-one else can read? Then you might know of invisible ink—a special type of ink that you can use for writing and that does not show up on paper. Only after a special treatment will it appear again magically, and the message can be read. How does this work? Find out in this activity and write your own secret messages! CreditsSvenja Lohner, PhD, Science Buddies
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Active Time
20-30 minutes
Total Project Time
45 minutes to 1 hour
Key Concepts
Chemistry, acid, base, chemical reaction
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