Seven Fun Science Experiments about Air You Can Do at Home, Part 5

NOTE: it is always good to wear safety glasses when doing any science experiment.

POWER STRAW: SUPPLIES: A potato and a drinking straw. Cut the straw in half. Hold your thumb firmly over the end of the straw and stab the other end into the potato. Now try it without holding the end of the straw. Think about how much strength the air inside the straw gives it.

Submitted by S. Jeppesen

Youth Services Librarian

Hunter Library (Salt Lake County Library Services)