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  Marshmallow Peeps in a Vacuum
Description:

See the effect of decreasing pressure on a marshmallow Peep. Can also be performed with a balloon.
Notes:

Put a marshmallow Peep in the bell jar, connect to vacuum pump and evacuate the bell jar. Watch the ensuing hilarity.

Ask Drs. Koon or Watson if you need assistance with the vacuum pump.
Location:

LDL-on cart. The cart is general on the left side of the lecture-demo room.
Image: Bell jar

 

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