National Geographic Crystal Growing Kit User Manual

National Geographic Crystal Growing Kit

WARNING:

This set contains chemicals that may be harmful if misused. Read the cautions on Individual containers carefully. Not to be used by children except under adult supervision.

This set contains chemicals that may be harmful if misused. Read the information in the instruction manual. If splashed in the eyes or on skin, flush thoroughly with water. Get medical attention immediately if splashed in the eyes. Not to be used by children except under adult supervision. Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Not suitable for children under 8 years. For use under adult supervision. Contains some chemicals that present a hazard to health. Read the instructions before use, follow them, and keep them for reference. Do not allow chemicals to come into contact with any part of the body, particularly the mouth and eyes. Keep small children and animals away from experiments. Keep the experimental set out of reach of children under 8 years old.

Advice for Supervising Adults:

• Read and follow these instructions, the safety rules and the first aid information, and keep them for reference.
• The incorrect use of chemicals can cause injury and damage to health. Only carry out those experiments that are listed in the instructions.
• This experimental set is for use only by children over 8 years.
• Because children’s abilities vary so much, even within age groups, supervising adults should exercise discretion as to which experiments are suitable and safe for them. The instructions should enable supervisors to assess any experiment to establish its suitability for a particular child.
• The supervising adult should discuss the warnings and safety information with the child or children before commencing the experiments.
• The area surrounding the experiment should be kept clear of any obstructions and away from the storage of food. It should be well lit and ventilated, and close to a water supply.
• Do not allow chemicals or the crystal-growing solution to touch any object besides the inside of your heat-resistant crystal-growing container. Chemicals and the solution may cause damage to clothes, objects, or surfaces.
• Substances in non-reclosable packaging should be used up (completely) during the course of one experiment, i.e., after opening the package.

Safety Rules:

• Read these instructions before use, follow them, and keep them for reference.
• Keep young children and animals away from the experimental area.
• Store this experimental set and the final crystal(s) out of reach of children under 8 years of age.
• Clean all equipment after use.
• Ensure that all empty containers and/or non-reclosable packaging are disposed of properly.
• Wash your hands after carrying out experiments.
• Do not eat or drink in the experimental area.
• Do not allow chemicals to come into contact with the eyes or mouth.
• Do not apply any substances or solutions to the body.
• Do not grow crystals where food or drink is handled or in bedrooms.
• Do not use any equipment that has not been supplied with the set or recommended in the instructions for use.
• Take care while handling hot water and hot solutions.
• Ensure that during the growth of the crystal, the container with the liquid is out of reach of children under 8 years of age.
• Always wear eye protection.
• Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

First Aid:

• In case of eye contact: Wash out eye with plenty of water, holding eye open if necessary. Seek immediate medical advice.
• If swallowed: Wash out mouth with water, drink some fresh water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical advice.
• In case of inhalation: Remove person to fresh air.
• In case of skin contact and burns: Wash the affected area with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes.
• In case of doubt, seek medical advice without delay. Take the chemical and its container with you.
• In case of injury, always seek medical advice.

CRYSTAL-GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Adult supervision required.

Note: Making your Crystal solution is a time-sensitive experiment. To increase your chances of success, before you begin, gather and prep all of your ingredients, set up your workspace, and thoroughly read all of the safety warnings, directions, and tips.

Contents List:

• Crystal Growing Powder – 4.35oz (125g)
• Seed Crystal Rock
• Magnifying Glass
• Wood Stir Stick
• Rock Specimen
• Plastic Display Stand
• Instructions
• Guide

What You’ll Need:

Note: Making your Crystal solution is a time-sensitive experiment. To increase your chances of success, before you begin, gather and prep all of your ingredients, set up your workspace, and thoroughly read all of the safety warnings, directions, and tips.

WARNING: Adult supervision required.

1. A stainless steel pot or an electric tea kettle to boil some water. (Filtered or distilled water is recommended.) Note: Do not use an aluminum pot.
2. A glass measuring cup.
3. A medium-sized mixing bowl (1 to 1.5 quarts). Note: You can mix the Crystal-growing powder directly in the pot, just make sure that after evaporation, you are left with 1 cup of hot water.
4. A Crystal-growing chamber, such as a pint glass or a jar. It should be clear and heatproof.
5. Newspapers or cardboard to place below your experiment to help prevent the solution from spilling onto any surfaces.
6. A Crystal-growing area: Find a location where your experiment can remain undisturbed for 7-10 days. There are three things your area should have: stability, light, and warmth. Vibration will impede the Crystal growth, so place your Crystal-growing chamber in a spot where it won’t be affected by surrounding movement. Light and warmth will make the water evaporate faster. We recommend 68°F (20°c). (Your Crystal will still grow in a cooler, darker spot—just not as fast or as large.)

Crystal-Growing Steps:

1. Place the newspapers or cardboard in the spot where you will be mixing your Crystal-growing powder into the hot water. Thoroughly clean and dry the measuring cup, the mixing bowl, and your Crystal-growing chamber.
2. Boil a little more than one cup of water (because some will evaporate). While it’s still very hot, pour only 1 cup into a glass measuring cup, and then pour the hot water into your mixing bowl.
3. Without delay, pour some of the Crystal-growing powder into the hot water and stir it with the stirring stick until it dissolves. Then pour in a little more powder, and keep stirring. Continue pouring and stirring until no more powder will dissolve in the solution. This process should take no more than five minutes. Note: You may not need to add the entire bag of Crystal-growing powder, but the more powder you can get to dissolve, the more Crystals will grow.
4. Carefully pour the Crystal growing solution into your Crystal-growing chamber, making sure to leave behind any undissolved crystal powder.
5. Place your experiment in your Crystal-growing area, and then let the solution cool for 15 minutes.
6. Carefully drop the seed rock into your Crystalgrowing chamber (flat side down). If necessary, use the stirring stick to move the seed rock to the center of the chamber.
7. Leave the experiment undisturbed for 7-10 days. You should start to see crystal formation within a day, but the longer you let the experiment sit, the larger your Crystal will grow.
8. To remove the remaining water, be careful, the Crystal will be delicate!— Gently tilt the growing chamber and pour the water out. You may need to hold the Crystal in place while pouring. If the Crystal is difficult to remove, have an adult use a butter knife or spoon to gently separate the seed rock from the base of the chamber. Then, carefully remove your Crystal.

Tips:

• Some people have reported that they can grow larger crystals if they cover the top of the Crystal-growing chamber for the first 24 hours of the experiment. You can give this a try; it won’t hurt the crystals, but make sure you remove the cover after 24 hours so the water will evaporate.
• Crystal-growing is a popular hobby, and the hobbyists who have the greatest success do so because they keep detailed notes.  Mark down when you began the experiment, how much powder you used, how long you stirred it for, how long the water cooled for, etc. Then, when you’re ready to try again, you can grow bigger and better crystals!
• This is a genuine experiment and, as such, there are many variables in play that can be difficult to control. These instructions should provide optimal results, but individual results will vary.

Contact

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