How Do You Make An Erupting Volcano Model?
Make an erupting volcano for fun or a class project. Follow simple directions using common household ingredients to create a realistic eruption model. Discover several methods for creating your model. Compare methods to see which creates the most realistic model or largest eruption. Easily create any of these erupting volcano models in a relatively short matter of time. Create the cone, or mountain, of your erupting volcano. Mound modeling clay, salt dough or wet sand around the ½ liter bottle in the shape of a mountain. Make salt dough by mixing six cups flour, two cups salt, four tablespoons of oil and two cups of water to form dough. After forming your mountain, let it dry overnight. Alternatively, use spray marine and auto sealant foam. Spray around the ½ liter bottle in layers to create a mountain. Once dry (approximately 30 minutes) and firm, carve it as desired into mountain shape. Paint and decorate mountain as desired. Choose your eruption method from several common chemical r
