Balloon Rocket Experiment

Balloons.
String.
Straws.
Tape.
Chairs or other supports.
Stopwatch (optional)..Set Up: Thread a long piece of string through a straw and tie the ends to chairs or other supports.
Prepare Balloon: Inflate a balloon but do not tie it. Tape the balloon to the straw.
Launch Rocket: Release the balloon and observe how it propels along the string.
Measure Distance: Measure the distance traveled by the balloon rocket.
Experiment with Variables: Test different balloon sizes and amounts of air to see how they affect the rocket’s performance.
Record Observations: Record the results of each launch and discuss the principles of action and reaction.