How Do You Make Natural Plastic From Dairy Products?
Plastics are generally produced from petroleum, but they can come from other sources as well! All that is really required is the ability to join molecules containing carbon and hydrogen together, which you do whenever you curdle milk.Difficulty: AverageTime Required: 30 minutesHere’s How: • Pour 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream in a saucepan and heat to simmering over low to medium heat. • Stir in a few spoonfuls of vinegar or lemon juice. Continue adding vinegar or lemon juice until mixture starts to gel. • Remove from heat and allow to cool. • Rinse the rubbery curds with water. The curds are plastic! Play with your cool creation :-)Tips: • Adult supervision please – hot stove!
