How many bath bombs would it take to turn Lake Windermere pink?

Authors

  • Ellie Cox Natural Sciences, University of Leicester

Keywords:

Chemistry, Biology, Cosmetics, Environment, Environmental Pollution, Bath Bombs, Lake Windermere

Abstract

This paper explores the hypothetical scenario of using bath bombs to turn Lake Windermere pink and calculates the number of bath bombs required. The environmental impacts of this hypothetical scenario are also discussed by focusing on the effects of some of the ingredients of Lush’s ‘Think Pink’ bath bomb.

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Published

04/12/2024

How to Cite

Cox, E. (2024). How many bath bombs would it take to turn Lake Windermere pink?. Journal of Interdisciplinary Science Topics, 11. Retrieved from https://journals.le.ac.uk/index.php/jist/article/view/4668

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Vol. 11 (2024)

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