PURPOSE: A dramatic demonstration of resonance.
DESCRIPTION: Rhythmically rubbing the handles of this ornate Chinese bowl sets up an energetic standing wave that will propel the water in the bowl up to a half-meter into the air! Click here to see a video of the spouting bowl in action.
SUGGESTIONS: Fill the bowl half-way with distilled water only. Make sure your hands are very clean, and wet them slightly before rubbing.
EQUIPMENT: Chinese spouting bowl.
SETUP TIME: None.
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