Bucket with water

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PIRA index: 1D50.40

Description

A filled bucket is attached to a rope and spun around. The water stays in the bucket due to the force pushing it against the bottom of the bucket.

Equipment

• Big bucket
• Water
• Strong cord

Instructions

1) Fill the bucket about halfway with water.
2) Hold the bucket by the handle or with the string and spin it in a big circle.

Keywords

bucket, water, rope, centripetal, acceleration, centrifugal, spin

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