METAL CAN AND BALLOON

Demo Number 078
Location Shelf 11
Description This demonstrates constant pressure but an increase in temperature increases volume.
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Tips
  • Procedure:
    • Add a little water to the can.
    • Place a balloon on the fitting tube in the cap of the metal can.
    • Keep the can on the hot plate (Demo 181 shelf 12) until the water starts boiling.
    • See what happens to the balloon.
  • Be careful, when the metal can is hot!
  • Only a small volume of water is needed.
  • Use a zip tie to secure the balloon (on the shelf above the TVs)
  • Spare cans above the sink and/or TVs

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This Demo is Part of the following Categories: 4E10 Constant Pressure