1H10.15 Boat That Sprays

As a way of demonstrating action-reaction we have a small boat that shoots water out a tube on the back. Use it in one of the fishtanks used for optics demos. Stand clear once you start boat.

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Setup Requirements: Ask ahead of time. Time needed to fill fishtank. Take towels to clean up front desk and cart.

Equations: Forces are equal in size but opposite in direction.

Safety Issues: Wet student and teacher. Position so it won't spray on electronic devices on desk.