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The can is pressurized so it will spray.
If the gas is heated, it must either expand in volume or the pressure will increase.
Because the can confines the volume, the pressure goes up.
When the pressure gets high enough, something gives - usually a seam in the can.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 11y agoBecause the gases inside are already under a lot of pressure, this is so when the cap releases the content it flies out like a spray. Whenever a gas is heated, it expands, this causes a rise in pressure. This rise in pressure in an already pressurized container can cause the pressure to build up to the point of explosion.
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∙ 13y agoAerosol cans do not explode when punctured, they do however blow any residual contents through the hole. If these contents are flammable and if there is an ignition source, the contents may ignite.
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Why are you told not to throw aerosol cans into fires?
There are pressurised gases in the canister. The heat causes the canister to explode.
How do aerosol spray cans work?
It would be quite spectacular I think. The vacuum would cause the can to explode.
How do you recycle aerosol cans?
Yes cans are recycled.You can make a bowling game out of cans.Turn cans into a bowling pin.
Do all aerosol cans require shaking before usage?
No. Hairspray cans and such dont have to be shaken. Usually only the cans with the little ball in the can has to be shaken up.
What does fluorocarbons as propellants in aerosol cans do to ozone layer?
hurt it hurt it bad!
Do aerosol cans explode on airplanes?
no but my bottom does
Why do aerosol cans have a do not incinerate morning?
If they still have propellant they will explode when incinerated.
Why are you told not to throw aerosol cans into fires?
There are pressurised gases in the canister. The heat causes the canister to explode.
Why cannot aerosol cans cant be exposed to high temperatures?
Many aerosol cans use a propellant under pressure to disperse the contents of the can. These propellants are ofter flammable. If incinerated with some of this flammable propellant still in the can they would explode.
How do aerosol spray cans work?
It would be quite spectacular I think. The vacuum would cause the can to explode.
What is the value chain of Aerosol cans?
The value chain of aerosol cans is all about supply and demand. Aerosol cans are necessary for most jobs that require spray paint, or cleaning supplies. The value will depend on what product is being used in the cans.
A warning on an aerosol can states Caution container may explode if heated explain Using the particle theory of matter why such a warning is necessary?
Heat causes particles to move faster, and the faster a praticle moves, the more energetic are its collisions, thereby exerting more pressure on the walls of any container that the particles are in, and enough pressure gives an explosion. This warning is necessary on aerosol cans because garbage is often thrown into incinerators, and that is not safe in the case of aerosol cans which will explode.
What are the disadvantages of aerosol cans?
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Why must you never put sealed bottles or aerosol spray cans on a fire?
Usually there is still air left in the container and when heated the air will start to try to expand and there is a chance of explosion. Its also to avoid liability, because all it takes is one to explode and injure someone for them to have a mess on their hands.
Are aerosol cans allowed on airplanes?
of course
Is a fire extinguisher a hand grenade?
No. If it is punctured, it will leak, not explode.
Do aerosol spray cans have to be in a cabinet?
They don't have to be in a cabinet. Some people store there aerosol cans in hollowed out TV sets and some people bury them in the ground in treasure chests. I keep my aerosol spray cans in a locked box hidden in my attic, so they will never be stolen.
