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Thames & Kosmos Water Power: Rocket-Propelled Cars, Boats, and More
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Description
Harness the power of air and water to make things move! Learn about the laws of physics and their applications in real-world engineering. Many machines, from the oldest pipe organs to modern day rocket ships use the same technologies that power your water rockets. Experiment to test some of the differences between water and air, and learn why your rocket needs both to go fast. You'll also need a marshmallow, a piece of toasted bread, and a marble or die for one experiment, and plenty of water.Features
- Build six different air-and-water powered models
- Learn about the physics of action-reaction forces, rocket propulsion, nature's rockets, compressed air, and pneumatics
Includes:
- 7 Short Anchor Pin
- 8 Connector Pins
- 1 Joint Pin
- 1 Two-to-One Converter
- Two 1-Hole Connector
- Two 3-Hole Rod
- Two 5-Hole Rod
- Two 5-Hole Cross Rod
- Two 9-Hole Rod
- Four 30-mm Axle
- Two 100-mm Axle
- 1 Pump With Bottle Holder
- 1 Gasket
- 1 Compressed Air Bottle
- 1 Compressed Air Clamp
- 1 Hose
- 1 Bottle Stabilizer
- 4 Wheels/Floats
- 1 Front Module
- 1 Spoiler/Left Wing
- 1 Spoiler/Right Wing
- 1 Anchor Pin Lever
Specifications
Allergens:
Contains No Allergens
Maximum Age:
14
Maximum Grade Level:
Grade 9