4M KidzLabs Crystal Science Instruction Manual

I. GROWING THE CRYSTAL SNOW TREE
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1. Take the remaining solution in the bowl, left from Section G, and pour it into the shallow hexagonal container. You should have about 40 ml (1.4 fl oz)
remaining; if you do not have enough solution, you may top it off using the solution from the finished Moon Crystal Cluster.
2. The three tree paper pieces, A, B and C, have different slot positions. Refer to the diagram and identify these differences. Fold the pre-cut branches
to form a V-shape in an alternating manner as shown.
3. Slot A and B together first carefully.
4. Gently slot C onto A and B as well to form a complete standing tree.
5. Place it onto the centre of the container. The bottom of the tree should be soaking in the solution.
6. In 3-4 hours, crystals should start to grow on the tree branches. It will finish growing in 24 hours. The crystal tree is rather fragile when it is first grown,
so try not to disturb it. It will become more solid after a few days.
This crystal snow tree can be "re-grown" several times! To re-grow it, gently scrape the crystals into the stirring bowl. Add 30 ml (1 fl oz) of boiling
water to dissolve the crystals and use the solution to grow a new crystal snow tree! Note: every time you "re-grow" the tree, the crystals will be
smaller in size, since some base compound is left inside the paper tree during the growing process.
HOW DO THE CRYSTALS CLIMB AND GROW ON TREE PAPER? There are tiny fibres within the paper. The saturated crystal solution is
slowly wicked up these fibres into the paper, in what is known as capillary action. (Trees and plants draw water and nutrients up from soil the
same way.) Slowly, the water evaporates from the paper tree, and the small particles dissolved in the water join together again, forming crystals
that you can see on the branches.
J. FUN FACTS
•A crystal is a solid object made up of particles (sometimes atoms, sometimes ions, and sometimes groups of atoms called molecules) that are
arranged in a neat pattern. This pattern of particles is repeated again and again throughout the crystal.
•Crystals grow in seven basic shapes, called crystal systems. Each system has a different pattern of particles. The crystal systems are called
cubic, tetragonal, hexagonal, monoclinic, triclinic, orthorhombic and rhombohedral.
•Many rocks are made up of crystals of different minerals. Common minerals include quartz, feldspar, hornblende and mica.
•The precious stones that sparkle in rings and necklaces, such as diamonds, emeralds and rubies, are crystals.
•The largest diamond ever found was the Cullinan Diamond, which was dug up in South Africa in 1905. It weighed 621g.
•Amazing and beautiful giant crystals grow in spaces inside rocks. Sometimes, they are discovered by people exploring caves.
•Monoammonium Phosphate (the powder used in this kit) is an ingredient in some fertilisers used on farms. It's also used in some fire
extinguishers.
•The salt that you put on your food is made up of tiny crystals of a mineral called Sodium Chloride.
QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
We value you as a customer and your satisfaction with this product is important to us. If you have comments or questions, or you find any parts
of this kit missing or defective, please do not hesitate to contact our distributor in your country. You will find the address printed on the package.
You are also welcome to contact our Marketing Support Team: Email: infodesk@4m-ind.com, Fax (852) 25911566, Tel: (852) 28936241, Web
site: WWW.4M-IND.COM
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Please read the following instructions, safety messages, and first aid
information provided in case of accidents. Keep them for reference.
In case of accidental swallowing of dangerous substances, please
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A. SAFETY ADVICE FOR SUPERVISING ADULTS
The supervising adult should be satisfied that this kit is suitable and safe
for the child's abilities before proceeding. Because children's abilities
vary so much, even within age groups, supervising adults should
exercise discretion as to which activities are suitable for which child.
The supervising adult should discuss the warnings and safety
information with the child or children before commencing.
B. SAFETY MESSAGES
• Read the instructions before use. Follow them, and keep them in
a safe place for reference.
• This set is only for use by children over 10 years old.
• Adult supervision and assistance are required at all times.
• The incorrect use of chemicals can cause injury and damage to
health. Only carry out the procedure as described.
• Do not allow chemicals to come into contact with eyes, mouth, or
any other part of the body. If any splash on the skin, use plenty of
fresh water to wash them away (see first aid instructions below).
• Keep boiling water, solutions and crystals out of reach of small
children. In case of burns and scalds, cool affected area with
plenty of water for 5 minutes. In case of doubt, seek medical
advice without delay.
• Keep small children and animals away from experimental area
when you are using this kit.
• Do not inhale the coloured seeding dust or the crystal grains from
the Crystal Snow Tree.
• Do not eat, drink or smoke in the experimental area.
• Do not use equipment that has not been supplied with this kit unless advised.
• Keep surrounding area clear of obstructions, well lit, and
ventilated. Work near a sink or other water supply.
• Wear suitable clothing, gloves and eye/face protection when
handling the colour seeding, and when removing the crystals from
the container.
• Clean all equipment after use.
• Wash hands and surrounding area after experiment and after
handling chemicals or crystals.
• Make sure that all containers are fully closed and properly stored after use.
• Do not use any containers that have been used in the experiment
for foodstuffs.
• Store this set in a safe place, out of reach of small children, when not in use.
• Place completed crystals on a plate or non-porous material, as the
colour in the crystals will remain soluble and may stain surfaces.
• Dispose of materials according to your country's health and
safety, and environmental regulations.
WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD - SMALL PARTS. NOT FOR CHILDREN
UNDER 3 YEARS.
WARNING:
THIS SET CONTAINS CHEMICALS THAT MAY BE HARMFUL IF
MISUSED. READ CAUTIONS ON INDIVIDUAL CONTAINERS
CAREFULLY. NOT TO BE USED BY CHILDREN EXCEPT UNDER
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ADULT SUPERVISION.
CAUTION:
CONTAINS SOME CHEMICALS THAT ARE CLASSIFIED AS
SAFETY HAZARDS. 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. STORE THE CHEMICALS OUT
OF REACH OF SMALL CHILDREN.
C. FIRST AID
If chemical or solution contacts skin, immediately rinse with soap
and water. If chemical or solution contacts eye, immediately rinse
with large amount of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation
occurs, seek medical attention. If chemical is inhaled, breathe fresh
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air. If symptom occurs, seek medical attention. If chemical or
crystal, or solution is swallowed, immediately rinse mouth with
water, drink large quantity of milk or water, and seek medical atten-
tion or call your poison control centre.
D. CONTENTS
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CRYSTAL
COMPOUND
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Part 1: Large bag of white crystal compound* (a base compound
called Monoammonium Phosphate), Part 2: Small bag of blue
seeding mixture, Part 3: Square transparent base with cover, Part 4:
Hexagonal transparent base with cover, Part 5: Shallow hexagonal
container, Part 6: Glow-in-the-dark moon crystal base, Part 7:
Stirring bowl, Part 8: Stirring spoon, Part 9: 1 set of crystal snow tree
paper. Also needed, but not included in this kit: a jar of steaming hot
water, an apron, protective goggles, and rubber gloves.
*Important Remarks:
1. The blue coloured seeding mixture contains the Aluminium
Potassium Sulphate, Sodium Chloride & Brilliant Blue FCF. Please
be aware that the seeding mixtures are intense colours. While it
helps produce beautiful crystals, take care not to spill any coloured
solution or seeding mixture! While any stains on your skin would be
temporary, they may leave permanent stains on some clothing or
surfaces. Therefore, please wear an apron and washing up gloves
when handling coloured seeding mixtures. Cover the work surface
with old newspaper, and clean it after the experiment. Dispose of
the coloured solution and unused seeding mixtures properly, to
avoid staining the washing sink/drain.
2. The white crystal compound (Monoammonium Phosphate) is
hygroscopic: it tends to "capture" humidity contained in the air, and
this phenomenon creates links between crystals. The material may
become hard (due to caking), but can very easily be separated
afterwards, rather like sugar.
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