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Cartesian Diver

Subject(s): Science | Physics | Age: 9-11 | 11-14 | 14-16 | Type: Teacher guidance | Video | Publication Year: 2010 to date
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Produced by the Institute of Physics, this Physics to Go video shows a short demonstration that can be used to engage your students. The teacher notes include the equipment needed, tips and contain a full explanation of the physics involved.

This classic demonstration helps to get students thinking about how pressure can influence the volume, and therefore density, of a gas.

The Cartesian diver demonstration also links in with the understanding of density, floating and sinking.

  • URL: http://stem.org.uk/rx6vw
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