The Marvellous Materials Show

Visit Catalyst on 11th, 12th, 18th or 19th March for a chance to see this weekend family show

How do particles behave inside solid, liquid and gas? What makes them different?

This science show takes a closer look at materials and their properties. Exciting demonstrations with liquid nitrogen and solid carbon dioxide, give you the opportunity to watch materials change state right in front of your eyes!

Workshops will run twice a day at 12:30pm and 3:00pm.

Tickets cost £1.95 per person in addition to the normal admission charge and can be booked on the website.

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