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Water vapor and air inside an aluminum container are heated to a high temperature The container is then submerged in ice cold water Why does the aluminum container collapse?
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When water is heated, water vapor forces the air out. When submerged in cold water, the water vapor condenses instantly, leaving a partial vacuum in the can, Atmospheric pressure (14.7 psi) acting on the outside of the can crushes the can before air can rush through the opening in the can to balance the pressure. Fun science experiment, just be careful not to get burned.
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