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  • Question
    How can I connect the two bottles without leakage?
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    You can seal it with a glue gun. If not, you can always use duct tape.
  • Question
    What type of dishwasher soap do you use?
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    You use dish soap, not dishwasher soap. But you can use any kind of dish soap.
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    Can you use oil instead of dish soap?
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    No. You cannot.
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    Why do I need glitter?
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    The glitter is so you can see the tornado. Without the glitter, you would not see the tornado.
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    Do I have to put glitter in the tornado?
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    Its an optional ingredient but if you use it then you will see the tornado better.
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    Can I put things like plastic bands inside to make it look like a tornado?
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    If you want some debris, then yes, just make sure whatever you use is very small and not sharp, because you don't want to poke holes in the bottle.
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    Can I do it with different sized bottles?
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    Yes, you can use different sized bottles. The size of the bottle doesn't matter, just make sure you have the right amount of water in it.
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    How do I do it without soap?
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    You can use clear glue with water and glitter. Pour glue into the water bottle with water, and add some glitter.
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    If I flipped the bottle wouldn't the water just go to the other side? It wouldn't stay on the top, right?
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    Since you flipped the bottle, then the water will be rushing to the other side. But you are gluing the bottle together, so it wouldn't be rushing that fast. Plus, when it rushes to the other side, it makes the tornado start then end.
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    Can I make it without glitter?
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    Yes, you can make it without glitter. But it will be harder to see your tornado, it is only recommended.
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    Can I use something else than glitter?
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    Yes, you can can use confetti if you have it, or food coloring. Follow this wikihow for advice on how to do that.
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    Will the bubbles from dish soap affect the tornado at all?
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    No, the bubbles will not affect the tornado at all. The bubbles and glitter will make the tornado more noticeable.
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    How big should the bottle be?
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    You can use different sized bottles. The size of the bottle doesn't matter, just make sure you have the right amount of water in it.
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    Can I only use blue glitter, or can I use other colors?
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    Community Answer
    Any color would do.
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    What do I do if I don’t have glitter for my tornado in a bottle?
    Community Answer
    It is fine. Glitter is optional, but it helps you see the tornado.
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    Can I use any brand of dish soap to make a tornado in a bottle?
    Community Answer
    Yes. Any dish soap will work.
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    Can you add a lot of glitter?
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    Yes sure. adding a lot of glitter will make it exciting to view when you observe the tornado.
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    Do I have to add dish soap?
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    Yes, or else it won’t work. But you can use any dish soap of any brand.
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