Bottle Rocket Background

What is the purpose of the compressor in the water rocket setup shown in the image?

• To heat the water inside the rocket

• To provide thrust by pumping air into the rocket

• To mix the water and air inside the rocket

• To cool the water before launch

What is the minimum length required for the nose cone of the rocket as per the build specifications?

• 5 cm

• 10 cm

• 15 cm

• 20 cm

How many fins must the rocket have at a minimum according to the build specifications?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the maximum allowable weight of the rocket without the egg or water?

• 250 grams

• 300 grams

• 350 grams

• 400 grams

Which materials are prohibited in the construction of the rocket?

• Plastic cardboard, and paper

• Glass, metal, and rubber cement

• Cardboard, foam, and egg cartons

• egg cartons, paper, bubble wrap

What is the purpose of the payload section in the rocket design?

• To increase the weight of the rocket

• To allow the addition of scientific instruments

• To easily allow the addition of an egg

• To store fuel for the rocket

Why is the bottle inverted in the rocket launcher setup?

• To increase the rocket's speed

• To hold more fuel

• To ensure proper placement to add pressure

• To make it look aesthetically pleasing

What is the purpose of the slide that goes above the neck of the bottle in the rocket launcher?

• To provide a path for the rocket to launch

• To hold the bottle in place when under pressure

• To increase the air flow into the bottle

• To decorate the launcher

Why must the air entering the bottle at the bottom be visible?

• To ensure the air flow is not obstructed

• To monitor the amount of air entering

• To prevent the bottle from exploding

• To check the purity of the air

What is the consequence of making the top of your rocket too heavy on the top, according to the text?

• The rocket will go higher.

• The rocket will spin more.

• The rocket will flip instead of spin.

• The rocket will be more stable.