Apple Mummification Science Experiment and Scientific Method Posters

This science experiment investigates which material best mummifies a piece of apple after one week. A perfect tie between science and social studies, apple mummification is an experiment that is fun for all ages! Great for a study on Ancient Egypt or mummies.

THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES

• Materials list
• Instructions for the experiment with pictures
• Photos of experiment results
• Student worksheet for recording data
• Student worksheet with the steps of the scientific method
• Scientific method posters

SUPPLIES NEEDED

• 2 apples
• Table salt
• Baking soda
• Epsom salt
• Knife to cut the apples
• Permanent marker
• Paper plate(s)
• Measuring cups
• 8 transparent cups - transparent works best because you can make sure that the materials are completely covering the apples
• Small bowl for mixing materials prior to adding to cups (optional)
• A scale (food or postal) to weigh the apples before and after the experiment

INCLUDED FILE FORMAT

• PDF: This resource requires Adobe Reader (free software). The contents may not show correctly if using other PDF software.

PLEASE NOTE

⚠️ The PDF is NOT editable in any way, and you will not be able to manipulate the content inside.

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