Mechanics > Linear Momentum > Impulse DCS# 1N22.20

WATER ROCKET

water rocket

APPARATUS
water rocket 202-14-D3
funnel for filling rocket 202-14-D3
pump 202-14-D3


DESCRIPTION
Compare distances traveled by rocket ejecting water and rocket ejecting air.  Secure rocket to air pump, pump with 10-20 strokes and release.  For second trial, use funnel to fill rocket about a third full with water, pump with same number of strokes and release.