Build A Bottle Rocket

Build A Bottle Rocket
This activity involves pupils making and launching bottle rockets. Whilst they may not realise it, they will be seeing Newton’s third law in action: "for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction".
This activity can be great fun, but there is a need for constant adult supervision and caution. The bottles can become highly pressurised and launch at great speeds.
Resources:
For each rocket you will require:
- Empty drinks bottle (cap removed)
- 3 pencils
- Tape
- White distilled vinegar
- Baking soda
- 1 bottle cork
- 1 sheet of kitchen roll
- Scissors
Duration:
60 mins
Age Suitability:
5 to 7
7 to 11
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