Instant Vacuum Trick
What you need:
- 3 plates/dishes
- 3 paper towels
- 1 bowl of water
- 3 pieces of paper
- 1 lighter/match
- 3 glass jars or glasses
- 3 pens or pencils
Be sure to get permission from Mom or Dad before you do this.
The trick: Completely wet one paper towel and press it flat down on the plate. Light the piece of paper and let it begin to burn. Place the paper inside the glass and immediately turn it over onto the paper towel. Let the flame burn out, then lift up the glass. The glass will adhere to the paper towel and plate.
The burning paper burns up the oxygen in the glass and creates a vacuum that holds everything in place. The wet paper towel blocks more air from getting in.
Fun and magical.