Make a Self-Starting Siphon
Active Time
10-20 minutes
Total Project Time
10-20 minutes
Key Concepts
Gravity, pressure, energy
IntroductionIf you have ever seen someone use a siphon in a movie, they probably sucked on the tube to get it started. That can be dangerous with liquids like gasoline! Can you make a siphon that will start on its own? Try this activity to find out! CreditsBen Finio, PhD, Science Buddies
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Active Time
10-20 minutes
Total Project Time
10-20 minutes
Key Concepts
Gravity, pressure, energy
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