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Dry Ice Facts

Learn how to properly handle dry ice.


Halloween is the perfect time for oozing, bubbling, eye-catching science! If you love to perform science demonstrations, Halloween is a wonderful excuse to fill the cooler with dry ice and get ready for a day filled with “ooze” and ahhhs! If you're going to use dry ice this Halloween, it's also important that you understand the science of dry ice and how to handle it safely.