This is a very dramatic experiment that shows how differences in air pressure can create a vacuum. It’s super fun to watch, and very easy to try at home.
Dr Lahiru Gangoda is a cancer researcher and a member of Team WEHI. Her research is on finding better ways to treat skin cancer. Don’t forget wear your sun screen! You can read more about Lahiru here.
Malinthi is in grade 6. She loves science and looking after the environment. She is the Science captain and the Green-house vice-captain at her school. Malinthi is also part of the space-wattle team at her school. Her school will be receiving some Golden Wattle seeds (Australia’s national floral emblem) that has been on board the International Space station for the last 6 months. The space-wattle team will plant and looks after these seeds that has spent time in space.
*Science is great fun! But please, always check with an adult before you start your experiment!*
You will need:
- A white bowl
- A birthday candle
- Water
- Food colouring
- A tall, clear glass or vase (with a top narrow enough to rest on the bottom of the bowl)
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