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The typical rocket discussed here is constructed from discarded plastic soft drink bottles, partially filled with water, pumped with air to high pressure, and released. Altitudes for single stage rockets can exceed 300 feet, with top speeds over 100 miles per hour!

There are many web sites that provide basic information and pictures: if you're new to this topic, a browse through some of those sites is recommended. A good place to begin is Clifford's links list at <http://homes.managesoft.com.au/rockets/links.html>.

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