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PIRA Class: 4E10.30
Purpose:
The heated air inside the can contracts when exposed to the cold water in the bowl. The atmospheric pressure crushes the can
Description:
Fill the bowl with cold water. Put about 1oz or 30mL in the can. Place the can on the hot plate and allow the water to heat. Once Steam is visible from the top of the can, quickly with gloves or tongs, flip the can upside down into the bowl of water. If performed correctly the can will be crushed by the atmosphere.
Equipment:
Can, hot plate or torch, bowl, cold water, tongs or gloves
Web Simulation:
Location:
Shelf 264 (gloves and tongs)
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