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Carbon Dioxide Cannon (scientists make mistakes!)

2014-04-15

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Three fails and then success with our carbon dioxide cannon.

Extra shot: http://youtu.be/ilKeRnmgNTo

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Thanks to Samantha Tang and Neil Barnes for their patience!

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Music by Alan Stewart


Nescofilm to ensure a good seal
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Frozen Carbon Dioxide (Dry Ice)
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Pressure increases as Dry Ice sublimes
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