Behaviour of Matter Experiment
The Imploding Can
Aim:
To observe contraction in gases
Equipment:
Aluminium Can, Scissor Tongs, Bunsen Burner, Heatproof Mat, Tripod, Gauze Mat, Container of Water.
Method:
1. Set up a Bunsen Burner underneath a Tripod & Gauze Mat.
2. Pour approximately 50 - 60mL of water into your can. It should be no more than ¼ full.
3. Heat the can of water until heat is seen escaping from the top, Carefully grip the can with scissor tongs. Insure you have a firm hold of the can before lifting it off the Gauze Mat.
4. Quickly, but very carefully, invert the can as you plunge into a container of water.
Observation:
When the steam started to escape the first time it FAILED so we tried a 2nd time we waited a bit longer this time and when we drowned it into the water it gave me a fright and I saw it quickly collapses and shrunk.
Explanation:
When you heat water it turns from liquid to gs. All gas particles condensates and comes together and colapapes. (or becomes a vacuum and iplodes.)
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