Bottle Rocket Experiment

Professor Rebecca introduces a challenge to build a vehicle powered by Mentos and soda. The video provides a list of materials and design ideas, including using household items like popsicle sticks and fidget spinners. Instructions are given on building and powering the vehicle, emphasizing the importance of creating a nozzle for speed. Guidelines for conducting the experiment are provided, including finding a level surface and measuring the distance traveled. The video concludes with a scientific explanation of the reaction and encouragement to try the experiment.

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