Summary: Demonstrate that air has mass and weight, and show that compressed air can do work!
Students will observe the power of compressed air by using a Ziploc baggie to lift a textbook. They will then discuss how this power can be applied in every day objects.
For a longer presentation (30-40 minutes), this activity pairs well with Air Pressure Power or Air in Motion
Iowa Common Core Standard(s): 3-PS2-1, 5-PS2-1