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In this activity, learners observe what would happen to their bodies if they went to outer space without a space suit. Learners explore the phenomena of differing atmospheric pressure as they make a marshmallow dramatically expand inside of a vacuum sealed glass bottle. This activity comes with a step-by-step guide, investigation questions for the learner, and a section that explains the science behind the experiment.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 6 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- A glass bottle
- Small marshmallows
- A drink vacuum pump with rubber stopper
Subjects
- Earth and Space Science
- Physical Sciences
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- All rights reserved, Science Museum Group, 2020