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There is so much science to learn, whether it's sunny, cloudy, 90 degrees, or freezing. Dr. T and Mrs. C, Science Educators from the Springfield Museums, explain how to make a cloud in a jar.
Step 2: Quickly spray some hairspray directly into the jar and put the lid on the jar. Step 3: Put a few ice cubes on the lid, and watch the cloud get thicker and thicker in the top half of the jar!
Just like in nature, as more “rain” or water droplets are added, the cloud gets heavy and releases it into the atmosphere below. It’s a simple, hands-on way to show kids how rain works!
There is so much science to learn, whether it’s sunny, cloudy, 90 degrees, or freezing. Dr. T and Mrs. C, Science Educators from the Springfield Museums, explain how to make a cloud in a jar.