Question

Why does borax change the glue’s consistency?

Answer 1

Explanation:

These polymer molecules slide past each other as a liquid. Borax in water forms an ion called the borate ion. ... When enough polymer molecules get hooked together in the right way, the glue solution changes from being very liquidy to a rubbery kind of stuff that we call slime!

Answer 2

Explanation:

These polymer molecules slide past each other as a liquid. Borax in water forms an ion called the borate ion. When enough polymer molecules get hooked together in the right way, the glue solution changes from being very liquidy to a rubbery kind of stuff that we call slime!