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Pressure in the atmosphere doesn't break windows because there is the same pressure on both sides of the glass. Windows can break if there is a big difference on one side compared with the other.
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Why doesn't the atmospheric pressure break windows?
This is because the pressure will be the same on both sides. It will not break since the pressure is even throughout.
Why does opening windows during a tornado to prevent the house from being lifted off the ground?
It doesn't: that is a myth. The idea stems from the fact that the pressure inside a tornado is very low and the higher pressure inside a house will cause it to explode unless windows are open to relive pressure. The truth is that the winds and debris of a tornado are what cause damage, not the pressure difference. Even in a relatively weak tornado that will cause only moderate damage the windows are likely to break anyway. In fact, in the case of a weak tornado or indirect hit that would not break windows, leaving them open allows strong winds to enter the house and cause damage on the inside. The pressure drop in a tornado is not great enough to cause damage and even then, houses are not airtight, and pressure can equalize on its own fairly quickly. The greatest pressure drops come in the strongest tornadoes, which can easily tear apart a house with their winds regardless of any pressure difference within the structure.
How much pressure is needed to break a pencil?
approx. you have to use the force of 5.2 to break a pencil
What causes a rock to break?
High pressure to a "rock" will make it crumble or break in pieces. sometimes erosion will cause it to break if it is weak enough.
How much pressure can bone withstand?
usually a lot of pressure but it depends on the bone. Example: It takes 12-16 pounds of pressure to break a knee.
Why doesn't the atmospheric pressure break windows?
This is because the pressure will be the same on both sides. It will not break since the pressure is even throughout.
Can 50 mph winds break windows?
no it needs to be about 75-85 mph and over for windows to break...big windows break faster than smaller windows.
Where meteors go when they do not break into pieces in the atmosphere?
If they do not break apart in the atmosphere then they will impact Earth's surface.
What do chemicals released into the atmosphere break ozone down into to?
CFC's are released into atmosphere. They break the ozone into oxygen molecules.
Do sugar can break it up into elements that make it up?
no. it doesnt break
How do you break through the Moon's atmosphere?
you cant break through it
Why does she date a guy she doesnt love?
maybe she doesnt feel love and doesnt want to break the guys heart
Why is opening the windows during a tornado a myth?
The openting windows myth is based on the idea that the low pressure inside a tornado causes houses, where pressure remains high, to explode and that opening windows equalizes pressure. This does not work for several reasons: It is wind and debris in a tornado that causes damage, not the pressure difference.The pressure difference created even inside a violent tornado is a fraction of what is needed to cause significant damage.Houses are not airtight, even with the windows closed.A tornado strong enough to cause major damage will create plenty of openings and break the windows anywayIn a weak tornado or a glacing blow, opening windows exposes the interior to strong winds, which can cause damage inside as well as outside.
Can windows get so cold they break?
Windows can get so cold that they break. If the temperature outside is very cold and the temperature inside is warm it can lead to windows cracking.
What bends but doesnt break in science?
light
How plastic is harming your planet?
Plastic doesnt biodegrade / break down naturally, and cannot be recycled without using us a lot of energy, and releasing harmful gases into the atmosphere which cause global warming.
Why does opening windows during a tornado to prevent the house from being lifted off the ground?
It doesn't: that is a myth. The idea stems from the fact that the pressure inside a tornado is very low and the higher pressure inside a house will cause it to explode unless windows are open to relive pressure. The truth is that the winds and debris of a tornado are what cause damage, not the pressure difference. Even in a relatively weak tornado that will cause only moderate damage the windows are likely to break anyway. In fact, in the case of a weak tornado or indirect hit that would not break windows, leaving them open allows strong winds to enter the house and cause damage on the inside. The pressure drop in a tornado is not great enough to cause damage and even then, houses are not airtight, and pressure can equalize on its own fairly quickly. The greatest pressure drops come in the strongest tornadoes, which can easily tear apart a house with their winds regardless of any pressure difference within the structure.
