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Simpson’s Tri-Surgeons Cup Science Quest

Join Surgeons Hall Museums learning officer Carl Ronan for this fun interactive workshop with live experiments, puzzles and a special quest!

Simpson’s Tri-Surgeons Cup Science Quest

About Simpson’s Tri-Surgeons Cup Science Quest

Are you ready to take on the science quest to find Simpson’s Tri-surgery cup taken by a group of famous scientists? This online workshop combines hands-on experiments, activities and puzzles to solve clues to locate the cup hidden deep within the museum. You don’t need prior knowledge of science to try your hand with the activities! The list of equipment you will need can be found below!

Suitable for Age 7+

For This Workshop You Will Need:
Red cabbage
Scissors
Spoon (x2)
Measuring or pouring jug
Warm water (can use hot water tap)
Skittles (packet of)
Small plate (e.g. side plate, white)
Cooking oil (1/3 full in small clear glass or beaker).
Food colourings
Ruler (30cm length, should not be flexible)
Plasticine, Play doh or Blu-tack (enough to make 3 or 4 small objects)
Pencil or pen
Vinegar (clear)
Bicarbonate of Soda
Clear glass or plastic beaker (x3)
Blank paper
Dropper (pipette)

We will email attendees with the Zoom meeting code by 3pm the day before the workshop. Please check your spam mail if you have not received your login details by this time. If you have any problems please email museum@rcsed.ac.uk

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