De Laval nozzle and aerosol can: what they have in common

1. Step 1. De Laval nozzle — uses — Venturi effect (Bernoulli’s principle). The nozzle accelerates the gas.
2. Step 2. Venturi effect (Bernoulli’s principle) — is used in — Carburettor. In the throat of the venturi the pressure drops and draws in petrol.
3. Step 3. Carburettor — has part — Valve. A throttle valve in the carburettor sets how much fuel-air mix reaches the engine.
4. Step 4. Valve — is part of — Aerosol can. A valve.

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