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Yes, a decrease in the volume of matter can be caused by force, particularly when that force compresses the material. For example, applying pressure to a gas can reduce its volume, as described by Boyle's Law. In solids, force can also lead to deformation, resulting in a change in volume. However, the extent of volume change depends on the material's properties and the magnitude of the force applied.
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How can pressure be increased or decreased?
Pressure can be increased by adding more force or reducing the area over which the force is applied. It can be decreased by reducing the force or increasing the area over which the force is distributed. Additionally, changing the volume of a container can also affect pressure, as pressure is inversely proportional to volume for a fixed amount of gas.
Is a magnet matter?
No magnetism is not matter it is a force of energy caused by perpendicularly(sorry for the big word)aligned poles in specific metals. Magnetism is also caused by rapidly churning metals. Short answer: No
What are the two ways pressure increases?
Pressure can increase due to an increase in the force exerted on a surface or a decrease in the surface area over which the force is distributed. This is described by the equation pressure = force/area.
How do you increase pressure and decrease pressure?
Pressure is given by the equation P = F/A, where F is force and A is the area it's applied over. For a solid or liquid, you can increase pressure just by pushing harder on it. For a gas, pressure is approximately given by P = (n*R*T)/V, where n is how much gas you have in moles, T is the temperature in kelvin, V is the volume of the container, and R is a constant. So to increase pressure, either increase the amount of gas, increase the temperature, or decrease the volume of the container.
As a gas is compressed in a cylinder does its volume decrease?
"Force the substance into a smaller volume" is pretty much the definition of "compress".
What is the force that happens when matter is pushed or squeezed?
Pressure, usually reported as atmospheres.
What describes a decrease in volume produced by a force?
Compression
What term describes a decrease in volume produced by force?
Compression
Can force change volume?
If the matter can be compressed into a denser material by this force, yes.
What is the effect on the volume of the air in the syringe if more force is exerted on the plunger?
Increasing the force on the plunger will decrease the volume of air in the syringe as the increased pressure compresses the air.
Is a force that attracts all matter to other matter?
I think its gravity caused by weight.
Does gravity have volume?
All substances have volume, but gravity is not a substance; gravity is a force and has no volume.
How can pressure be increased or decreased?
Pressure can be increased by adding more force or reducing the area over which the force is applied. It can be decreased by reducing the force or increasing the area over which the force is distributed. Additionally, changing the volume of a container can also affect pressure, as pressure is inversely proportional to volume for a fixed amount of gas.
Does volume stay the same no matter where you are?
No, volume is dependent on things such a temperature and pressure. Most things contract (have a smaller volume) when they are cold and expand (have a larger volume) when they are hot. Also, if you apply pressure to a solid or a gas, you may decrease the volume. This is what happens when you put air in your tires - at some point the tire cannot expand, so you have to use pressure to force more air into the same volume.If you were to dive down to the deepest part of the ocean, the pressure from all that water on top of you would crush you, and your volume would decrease.
What does a compressional force cause?
A compressional force causes an object to decrease in volume or become compressed. It can lead to changes in the shape, structure, or density of the object as a result of the applied force.
The decrease in the volume of an object as it cools is called?
contraction. Compression is often used when an external force is being applied to reduce the volume of the object.
Does compression push or pull?
Compression pulls materials together by applying force in opposite directions, reducing the volume of the material. This force causes the particles of the material to come closer together, resulting in a decrease in volume.
