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There are standards for slime exported to the European and American markets, so you can feel more at ease by choosing the right factory!

Knowing this, you can also make Slime

Slime, this sticky, soft but highly plastic substance, is not only loved by children, but also aroused great interest among adults. It can be used as a decompression toy or as an interesting handmade material. So, how is slime made? Today, let’s take a deep look at the source factory of Jiade-Slime and how to make this magical substance at home.

Before talking about the production of slime, it is helpful to understand some basic scientific principles. The production of slime depends on a substance called “polymer”. Polymers are long-chain molecules formed by repeated connection of simple molecules that are the same or different. Common polymers such as sugar, protein, plastic, etc. can be seen everywhere in our daily life. The polymers needed to make slime are formed into a network structure by adding cross-linking agents, so that it has a unique viscoelastic appearance.

Basic recipe and production steps

Material preparation:

1. White glue or PVA glue

2. Water

3. Borax solution or contact lens solution

4. Food coloring (optional)

5. Decorations such as glitter, beads, etc. (optional)

Steps:

1. Mix glue and water: In a container, mix white glue and an appropriate amount of water and stir evenly. The proportion of water can be adjusted according to personal preference. If you want the slime to be softer, you can add more water.

2. Coloring and coloring: Add a few drops of food coloring and stir evenly. You can make slime of different colors according to your personal preference.

3. Add borax solution: Add a small amount of borax solution or contact lens solution to the mixture little by little and stir slowly. Note that the amount added must be slow, because too much borax will make the slime too hard. As the cross-linking reaction proceeds, you will find that the mixture gradually thickens and eventually forms a slime with unique viscoelasticity.

Discussion and In-depth

Cross-linking reaction: The key to making slime lies in the cross-linking reaction between PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) in the glue and borax in the borax solution. The boric acid ions in the borax interact with the PVA molecular chains to form a three-dimensional network structure, thereby converting the liquid glue into semi-solid slime.

Variability: By adjusting the ratio and type of glue, water and borax, slimes with different characteristics can be made, such as softer or more elastic slimes. Moreover, adding decorations such as glitter and beads can make slime more personalized and interesting.

Safety: Although most of the materials used to make slime are safe, care should be taken not to let children operate alone during the production process, especially borax solution. Although it is safe to use in moderation, there may be certain risks if ingested or directly contacted with the eyes.

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