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What happens when you keep forcing gas molecules into a confined space?
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∙ 14y ago
Because gas can be compressed. One example is the bicycle pump. Put one finger over the exit hole, and push the handle down until it can't go further. The air inside the pump is now occupying a smaller space.
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∙ 8y ago
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What happens to space between molecules as they cool?
Molecules take up less space as they cool. The space contains more molecules.
What happens on a molecular level when a latex balloon is filled with 3L of air?
Because the balloon gets stretched when it is inflated and it is trying to contract again it pushes inwards. The molecules in the air get compressed slightly because of the confined space, meaning that the density of the air in the balloon increases. The molecules move closer together = more Energy = slightly warmer.
What is the pressure exerted by a vapor confined within a given space?
pressure exerted by a vapor confined within a given space
What must be done if oxygen deficiency occurs?
entrants must stop and immediately exit confined space. If confined space has been ventilated, air in space must be monitored again before worker entry into the space.
What happens when you heat or cool molecules?
Heated molecules causes molecules to bounce into each other separating them. As molecules separate, their density, the amount of matter found in a given volume or space, decreases. Cooled molecules are not that loose and start to get packed together if it gets frozen. -twocute
What happens when air heated?
It expands, taking up more space, if there is no more space, pressure in the container increases.
What happens to space between molecules as they cool?
Molecules take up less space as they cool. The space contains more molecules.
What is confind space?
Confined space is an area that is enclosed. A dog kennel could be a confined space for a dog. A living room is a confined space for example.
What happens to the molecules in a solid when it dissolves?
molecules of a solid break up get's into the space that is in between the liquid molecules
Who is responsible for coordinating the installation confined space program?
the confined space program team (CSPT)
Where can i find confined space gas detectors?
There is currently a sale on confined space gas detectors at pksafety. They have several models to choose from: http://www.pksafety.com/confined-space-gas-detectors.html
What best describes the term entry supervisor specifically pertaining to the USF Confined Space Program?
an authorized employee responsible for determining whether acceptable entry conditions are present in a confined space before authorizing entry; overseeing the confined space operation, and terminating the confined space entry
Which of the following is NOT required from confined space entrants?
ensure that a qualified person evaluates and classifies the confined space
What would qualify as a confined space rescue?
Confined space is an area which is enclosed with limited access which makes it a dangerous place to be in. Therefore, confined space rescue refers to techniques to save people whos been trapped in confined spaces.
What is the pressure exerted by a vapor confined within a given space?
pressure exerted by a vapor confined within a given space
What happens on a molecular level when a latex balloon is filled with 3L of air?
Because the balloon gets stretched when it is inflated and it is trying to contract again it pushes inwards. The molecules in the air get compressed slightly because of the confined space, meaning that the density of the air in the balloon increases. The molecules move closer together = more Energy = slightly warmer.
What is a confined space?
The meaning of confined is limited, restrained to a given volume.think of a toilet cubical... its a small space made up of four walls... so you cant really move
