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1F20.1 Table-Cloth Pull

[Setup Time: 2 Min.] [Current Condition: Good]

Info

A table-cloth is pulled out from under a pitcher full of water- it's not too scary to do! (Only thing that can go wrong is spilling a little water)

Setup Instructions

1. Make sure there are no bumps or places for the cloth to stick.

2. Fill the pitcher ~2/3 full of water- the extra mass helps.

3. Pull quickly either straight out or down some - Don't pull up! some people hold the cloth with one hand and karate chop with the other- experiment with what works for you.

Parts List

Table Cloth in B. Fluids & Mech, 1B

Plastic Pitcher in B. Fluids & Mech, 1B

Relevant Simulation

Other Information

Eggs and Pizza Pan
Table Cloth Pull

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