Vortex Mixer (Brie-anna Molina)
Author
Brie-anna Hope Molina
Principles
Centripetal force: a center-driven force that acts on an object moving in a circular path.
Standards
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Materials needed
Centrifuge tube
Usually used with centrifuge once supernatant is removed
Procedure
Simply place your sealed centrifuge tube on the rubber pad in the center of the machine and push down. This causes the motor to run and stir the substance inside the tube. You must hold on to the tube during this process. Once the liquid is adequately mixed, you lift up and the machine stops.
Explanation
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Questions
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Everyday examples of the principles illustrated
Tornadoes, hurricanes, water spouts
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