Fluids > Fluid Statics > Atmospheric Pressure
DCS# 2B30.15
CRUSH THE CAN
APPARATUS
pop can
butane burner
202-11-B
tongs
214-01-D6
pan or beaker of cold water
101-01-C
DESCRIPTION
Boil a small amount of water in the can until it is filled with steam. Invert the can into the cold water. The steam rapidly condenses, and atmospheric pressure collapses the can.
NOTES
This can also be done with a gasoline can or a 55 gallon drum.
