Erupting Mentos and Coke Experiment

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STEP 1. To analyze the results, set up a video camera or smartphone with video capabilities to capture the experiment.

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STEP 2. Prepare the candy by removing the different types from their sleeve and placing in separate cups.

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STEP 3. Pour equal amounts of the same soda into two other cups.

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STEP 5. Analyze to see which variety of Mentos creates the most foam. Was there any difference?

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