Straw Siphon

Use a bendable straw to siphon as much water as possible from one cup to another.

Standards

Idea Sheets are cross-referenced to subjects listed in the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and California Content Standards.

Categories include:
  • Physical Science
  • Grades 3-5
  • Grades 6-8
  • Science
Tags: Forces & Motion
Grades covered: Grades 3–8
Topics: Liquid Flow, Air Pressure, Gravity, Vacuum

Video Demo

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