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2B60.20: SIPHON

PURPOSE: To illustrate how a siphon works.

DESCRIPTION: Fill both beakers and the connecting tube with water. Raising either beaker causes water to flow from the upper to the lower beaker.

SUGGESTIONS: If you think you know how a siphon works, use this in conjunction with the chain model (F4-32) and discuss the question: Will a mercury siphon work on the moon, in the absence of an atmosphere?

REFERENCES: See Demonstration Reference File for several illuminating articles.

EQUIPMENT: Two beakers with plastic hose.

SETUP TIME: None.


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