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Fizzy rocket activity

Method

1. Using the materials provided, make the rocket design so it is suitable to stick to the lid of a film canister.

2. Tape the rocket to the lid of the container.

3. Fix the container to the bench top with blue tack.

4. Fill the container 1/3 full of water.

5. Add 1/3 of an Antacid tablet and put the lid on straight away.

6. Stand back and watch what happens!

 

 
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Fizzy rocket activity

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