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Heather Kaiser

Mousetraps in Motion at Steve Spangler Science - 0 views

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  • A mousetrap is a stellar example of converting potential energy to kinetic energy. The spring of the mousetrap is held back with a bunch of potential energy and, once released, snaps forward in a burst of kinetic energy. What if you could harness the release of energy to power a car? We'll show you how with the Mousetraps in Motion experiment.
Heather Kaiser

Wind Up Racer at Steve Spangler Science - 0 views

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  • Heather Kaiser on 19 May 12
     
    Wind Up Racer - Finding creative, hands-on ways to demonstrate the difference between potential and kinetic energy can be difficult. Not to worry... that's why you have us! With some simple household items and a little creativity, the Wind Up Racer will have you racing ...
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Drag Racing Cups at Steve Spangler Science - 0 views

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    Drag Racing Cups - What do Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, and Einstein Bros. have in common? They all use disposable cups. What do these disposable cups have to do with Sick Science? They make awesome drag racers! In the Drag Racing Cups experiment, you'll construct a simple ...
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Kool Aid Squeeze Rocket Launcher at Steve Spangler Science - 0 views

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    Kool Aid Squeeze Rocket Launcher - It's easy to turn a juice bottle into a rocket launcher. How? Grab a few straws of different sizes, some modeling clay, and an empty juice bottle to make a launcher that will send the straw rocket soaring across the room. Don't worry, you aren't just ...
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