Each planet has its own distinct features.
Create a model of one of Earth's neighboring eight planets' surface. The surface of some of the planets is made of rock. The gas planets --- Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune --- don't actually have a terrain, but a gassy core. Mercury, Earth and Mars have a more prominent terrain, though Mars has a reddish tint to its atmosphere. Venus's dense atmosphere makes it difficult to see the features of the terrain. When making the model, look at an image of the planet.
Instructions
Terrain
1. The color of cement turns lighter as it dries.
Pour cement mix into the container until it's half full. Add water and mix. Add the amount of water stated on the mix directions. Shape parts of the cement to look like mountains or flat lands. Wait for 24 hours for the cement to harden.
2. Buy gravel at a pet store near the fish supplies.
Pour the gravel on part of the wet cement to make a rocky terrain, if it applies to the planet. Wait for 24 hours for the cement to harden.
3. Regular craft paint works on cement.
Paint the cement the color of the ground. For example, if you are creating the surface of Venus, paint the cement an brownish-orange.
4. The grass used on train layouts varies in shades to look more natural.
Spread hobby glue over the cement. Sprinkle green train layout moss on to the glue. Do this if you are making Earth.
Gas planets and Venus
5. Gel wax dries somewhat clear, even when it's dyed.
Melt gel candle wax in a saucepan over a stove.
6. A regular saucepan works well.
Add candle dye to the wax to make the desired shade. Remove the wax from the stove once it's completely melted.
7. Use a saucepan with a handle for easier pouring.
Pour the wax into the clear plastic container. If you are making Venus, pour the melted wax on top of the completed terrain.
8. Dip the end of a toothpick into liquid candle dye. Swirl the toothpick into the wet wax to create a swirling atmosphere effect.
9. Wait for the wax the dry before moving the model.
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