Gases- Effect of Pressure Differences on a Balloon in a Flask

Effect of Pressure Differences on a Balloon in a Flask

 

Description: A balloon is blown up inside a specially designed round bottom flask. The balloon will stay inflated as long as the pressure inside the flask is equal to atmospheric pressure.

Source:  UW Card Catalog

Year: N/A  Vol: N/A  Page: N/A

Keywords: Balloon, Flask, Pressure, Vacuum, Stopper

Rating:

Hazard: Low

  • Breakage hazard
  • Latex sensitivity hazard

Effectiveness: Average

  • Mild effects are seen by audience
  • Good reliability
  • Some connection from demo to course material
  • Time to result is low

Difficulty: Low

  • Simple procedures
  • Simple manipulations for most to perform

Safety precautions:

  • Eye protection required

Class: Gases

Division: General