Matchstick Missiles Quiz

What is the primary purpose of chemical propulsion as discussed in the video?

• To produce sound waves

• To generate electricity

• To move an object using energy from a chemical reaction

• To create colorful fireworks

Which safety equipment is recommended for the matchstick missile experiment?

• A face mask and earplugs

• A lab coat, safety goggles, and heat-resistant gloves

• A fire extinguisher and a whistle

• A helmet and knee pads

What is the first step in constructing the matchstick missile?

• Bending a paperclip into a launch pad

• Lighting the matchstick

• Straightening a paperclip to create an exhaust port

• Folding aluminum foil into a cone

What happens to the gas particles when the matchstick combusts?

• They disappear completely

• They turn into liquid

• They expand and create pressure

• They become solid

According to Newton's third law of motion, what is the reaction to the pressurized smoke shooting out of the exhaust port?

• The matchstick spins in circles

• The matchstick moves downward

• The matchstick remains stationary

• The matchstick moves upward