ACTIVITY 1: POLARITY EXPERIMENT

Materials
• Water
• Vinegar
• Oil
• Alcohol
• 6 Disposable Glasses
• Spoon

Procedure:
1. Obtain 6 disposable glasses and prepare the following set-up:
Set-up 1: 1 Cup water + 5 Tablespoons Vinegar
Set-up 2: 1 Cup water + 5 Tablespoons Oil
Set-up 3: 1 Cup water + 5 Tablespoons Alcohol
Set-up 4: 1 Cup Vinegar + 5 Tablespoons Oil
Set-up 5: 1 Cup Vinegar + 5 Tablespoons Alcohol
Set-up 6: 5 Tablespoons oil + 5 Tablespoons Alcohol

2. Thoroughly stir each mixture and observe carefully

Set-up Solubility (Soluble or Insoluble)

1. Water + Vinegar Soluble

2. Water + Oil Insoluble
3. Water + Alcohol Soluble
4. Vinegar + Oil Insoluble
5. Vinegar + Alcohol Soluble
6. Oil + Alcohol Insoluble

GUIDE QUESTIONS:

1. Which of the following set-ups mixed well? Which did not?

Water + Vinegar: These two substances mix well together because vinegar is mostly water-based
and can easily dissolve in water.
Water + Oil: Water and oil do not mix well because they have different polarities. Water is polar,
while oil is non-polar, so they repel each other instead of mixing.
Water + Alcohol: While both water and alcohol are polar molecules and can mix to some extent,
they do not fully dissolve in each other due to slight differences in polarity.
Vinegar + Oil: Vinegar, which is mostly water-based, and oil do not mix well for the same reason
as water and oil – their different polarities make them repel each other.
Vinegar + Alcohol: Vinegar and alcohol do not mix well due to their differing polarities, similar
to water and alcohol.
Oil + Alcohol: Oil and alcohol also do not mix well because of their different polarities - oil being
non-polar and alcohol being polar.
To sum it all up, substances with similar polarities tend to mix well with each other, while
substances with different polarities do not mix well and may separate into distinct layers.
 2. What can you infer from the result of this activity?
From the results of the mixing activity, we inferred that substances with similar polarities tend to
mix well together, while substances with different polarities do not mix easily and may form
distinct layers. Water, being a polar molecule, effectively mixes with other polar substances like
vinegar and alcohol but does not mix well with non-polar substances such as oil. Oil, being non-
polar, separates from polar substances like water, vinegar, and alcohol, creating distinct layers.
The behavior of the substances in this activity demonstrates the influence of polarity on their ability
to mix and dissolve in each other. Overall, understanding the polarities of substances is crucial in
predicting their interactions and mixing behavior.

DOCUMENTATIONS
BEFORE:

➢ Before we begin our experiment, we first gathered the needed materials. These are the
following materials that’s needed for the conduct of this activity:
- Water - Alcohol
- Vinegar - 6 Disposable Glasses
- Oil - Spoon

DURING:

➢ We first had our group picture

➢ Right after that, all the materials needed for the experiment were neatly laid
out on the table.
➢ Then after, each glass container is carefully labeled with the names of the
substances to be mixed in the experiment. Then Cabañero started to discuss
the procedure, assign roles, and eagerly begin preparing the mixtures
according to the labeled glasses.

➢ Benedict started the experiment by mixing the first mixture in the labeled glass
which is Water and Vinegar. He carefully mixed the designated substances
according to the provided instructions.
➢ When the first mixture was done, he then passed down the materials to Lester
who takes over the next step to mix the next mixture which is Water and Oil.

➢ Mae, begins the next phase of the experiment by carefully measuring out the
Alcohol and Water components. As she stirs the alcohol and water together,
the members observe with keen interest as the two substances intertwine. On
the other hand, Benedict, despite being out of the frame was taking notes as
to how the mixture change as different substance was added to the glass.
➢ Juna Joy, was next to mix two substances: the Oil and Vinegar. As the two
liquids combine, It created a contrasting layers, she then gently stir the mixture
with a spoon. With slow and deliberate movements, she swirl the spoon in
circular motions, watching as the oil and vinegar begin to merge and form a
unified solution.

➢ Then, Joelyn mixed the next substance which is Vinegar and Alcohol. Sje
pour the two liquids together into a clear plastic cup, observing as the different
liquids and densities interact in interesting ways. Taking a spoon and gently
stirs the mixture, ensuring that the liquids begin to combine evenly.
 ➢ The last substance to be mixed which is Oil and Alcohol was mixed by
Benedict. He put required amounts of oil and alcohol, ensuring accuracy for
the desired outcome of the experiment. While carefully pouring the substances
into the clear plastic cup, he proceeds to mix them thoroughly, ensuring that
the two liquids would combine.
OUTCOME MIXTURES

WATER + VINEGAR WATER + OIL WATER + ALCOHOL

VINEGAR + OIL VINEGAR + ALCOHOL OIL + ALCOHOL