Physics · 8 lessons · 10 quick hits

Air pressure and implosions

The atmosphere presses on everything with about fifteen pounds per square inch. Take the air out of a can and watch.

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  1. Lesson 116:08Why Hot Cans Implode in WaterDo you know why HOT cans IMPLODE in COLD water? In CRUSHING CANS we do 10 Experiments investigating why hot cans crush in cold water.
  2. Lesson 27:24Can Implosion ( 4 stages of why they really crush...)Do you know why HOT cans IMPLODE in COLD water? In CRUSHING CANS we do 10 Experiments investigating why hot cans crush in cold water.
  3. Lesson 35:05Air Alcohol Water Can ImplosionWhy does hot air, hot water, or flaming isopropyl alcohol impload a can? Check out this experiment to see the can implosion three different ways.
  4. Lesson 41:58Imploding Cans to Music...very satisfyingCrush a bunch of hot cans with atmospheric pressure to the beat of "Hear comes the Raindrops" by Reed Mathis. Why do can crush how they do???
  5. Lesson 53:47Prairie Dog Balloons and Air Pressure!How does the balloon fill the jar yet remain unealed? Use your knowledge of gas laws to help you figure it out.
  6. Lesson 610:43How to make a Non Stop Heron's Fountain (mini!)
  7. Lesson 72:27Always wear safety glasses with STEAM HAMMER!In this steam hammer experiment we see the force of water rushing into the bottle shatters the flask.
  8. Lesson 810:41How does pressure start a fire?🔥 Unleash the Power of FIRE with the Incredible Fire Syringe! 🔥

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Under a minute each. Good for a "watch this" before dinner.