Is Perpetual Motion Possible?!

What is a perpetual motion machine and can it exist in the real world? Did magician and impossible scientist, Jason Latimer, just build one?!?! In this episode, Jason looks at the science behind why these machines are impossible and teaches us how to build a Heron’s Fountain, creating the illusion of a perpetual motion machine at home!

WHAT YOU NEED:
-Three plastic bottles
-Tubes – can be sourced from a hardware store.
-Silicone
-Drill

00:00 What is a Perpetual Motion Machine?
01:02 Why is a Perpetual Motion Machine Impossible?
02:05 What is Heron’s Fountain?
02:53 How to Make Your Own Heron’s Fountain!

Impossible Science is a production of WonderFirst and Sony Pictures Television.

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