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The "plode" part means to clap, from Latin, and the ex- part means "out of" so the original meaning was to drive out by clapping, at the theatre (so perhaps clapping had an opposite function to the present!). Implode is a later word which is a "back formation" as im- suggests inwards movement as opposed to ex- which is outwards.
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What is the difference in meaning of implode and explode?
Implode means to collapse inwardly, but explode means blow up, or outwards. Exactly
Does hydrogn implode or explode?
Hydrogen explodes.
If air has pressure why don't we explode?
We don't explode, or implode, due to air pressure because the pressure inside our bodies balances the pressure outside our bodies. This is the normal state. At sea level and standard conditions, air pressure is about 14.7 pounds per square inch. In the non-normal state, such as decreasing or increasing the outside air pressure, our bodies attempt to compensate. Within limits, this is successful, such as going up and down in an elevator or in an airplane. In extreme conditions, such as very deep water, we can implode. In the opposite case, such as in outer space, we can explode.
What will happen to a sealed ballon that contain dry ice if the balloon is left at room temperature?
If the ice melts, then because of the density of water, it will implode (Explode INWARD) because of the less particles in the liquid.
Can bombs implode?
it ate my grandfather!!
What is the prefix or suffix for plode?
explode
What is the opposite of implode?
The opposite of implode is explode.
What is an antonym for implode?
The antonym of 'implode' is 'explode'.
How many syllables are in explode?
There are two syllables. Ex-plode.
What is the antonym of implode?
Explode
What is the difference in meaning of implode and explode?
Implode means to collapse inwardly, but explode means blow up, or outwards. Exactly
Does hydrogn implode or explode?
Hydrogen explodes.
Word meaning to explode inwardly?
implode.
What rhymes with unloaded?
CodedGoadedLoadedExplodedCorroded
What rhymes with implode?
explode, load. see rhymes.com
What is the antonym of explode?
To explode is to burst outward with force. The antonym of explode is the word implode, which means to burst inward
What is a seven letter word meaning explode inwards?
implode
