Posts by thebackyardscientist

Lava lamps were a big trend in the 1970s, and they’re still fascinating to watch today. The slow, colorful blobs rising and falling look almost magical — but the science…

The sun is the most powerful source of energy we have, and scientists are constantly exploring new ways to harness it. You might think of solar panels when you…

  Clean drinking water is essential for life, but not everyone has access to it. Scientists and engineers are constantly looking for new ways to filter water efficiently. The good…

Plastic is everywhere — from packaging to everyday products — but it’s also one of the biggest environmental problems of our time. What if you could make an eco-friendly alternative…

When most people hear “tornado,” they imagine powerful storms ripping across landscapes. But did you know there’s also a fiery version — the fire tornado? In nature, these happen when…

  Imagine a substance that sometimes behaves like a liquid and sometimes like a solid. Sounds like science fiction? It’s real, and you can make it in your kitchen. This…

Introduction Cooking with the power of the sun may sound futuristic, but it’s possible right in your backyard with a simple DIY solar oven. Using basic materials like cardboard, aluminum…

Introduction The classic baking soda and vinegar volcano has been a favorite of school science fairs and backyard experiments for decades. But did you know this simple reaction is also…

Introduction Have you ever wondered how small, simple experiments in your backyard can lead to big discoveries? From chemical reactions using household items to physics tricks with everyday objects, science…