PIRA 4E20.40- Constant Temperature: Balloon in a Vacuum Chamber

Photo Shows the Demonstration Used at U.T. Austin

Instructions:
  • Turn on vacuum pump using the switch on the back of the pump.
  • Once the balloon is at its maximum size and touching the sides of the jar, turn off pump.
  • Try a cup of fresh marshmellows. Bring your own.

    Concepts Conveyed

    Demo Staff Instructions
  • Plug in the vacuum pump and make sure the valve is turned all the way right.

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