No Pressure with this Easy Barometer

Overview

Do you ever wonder how meteorologists predict the weather? With a few common household items, this episode of STEM Unplugged will show you how to make a tool that can help track changes in air pressure to predict the weather at home.

Supplies

Jar
Tape
Scissors
Balloon
Straw
Rubber bands
Marker
Paper

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