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Why does a kettle produce a "whistling" sound when boiling water?

SimonInSimon
in Engineering

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The old style kettles, (Like my grandmother used to have) would have a whistle attached to the spout, when the water boiled the steam presure would be forced through the whistle, making a sound and alerting you that it was time for a nice cuppa.

 

you then take the kettle off the range, remove the whistle, and make tea, (or coffee)

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thanks for answering!

 

well then I think I have to research on the architecture of the old style kettles or maybe even look at mine!

 

keep on answering!

 

Btw, can anyone send me links on images of kettle design? thank you!

Btw, can anyone send me links on images of kettle design?

 

Did you uh look here or here?

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