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Experiment

What is steam?

Try this experiment and find out what steam is.

Curriculum objectives: History vg3 – Study preparation:

  • give an account of the main features of the industrial revolution and examine what significance it had for business development and social conditions in Norwegian society

You need:

  • An empty and clean soda can. Preferably 500ml.
  • A small gas burner/Primus (and a lighter or matches to light the gas)
  • A sausage clip or other suitable tongs to hold the soda can
  • A bowl of cold water. The colder the better!

Note:

  • Only use the gas burner in a suitable location.

  • Make sure the soda can gets really hot.

  • Remember safety glasses!


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