How Empty Is an Empty Bottle?
Active Time
10-20 minutes
Total Project Time
10-20 minutes
Key Concepts
Bernoulli’s principle, air pressure
IntroductionDid you know that airplanes and sound have something in common? Can you guess what it might be? Air pressure! It is fascinating how air—something that is so fluid and invisible—can power an amazing number of fascinating phenomena. In this activity you will use your own breath to blow a small paper ball into an empty bottle. It sounds simple, but is it? Try it out and see for yourself! CreditsSabine De Brabandere, PhD, Science Buddies
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Active Time
10-20 minutes
Total Project Time
10-20 minutes
Key Concepts
Bernoulli’s principle, air pressure
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