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Why do ears pop?
Ears pop due to changes in air pressure. When the pressure inside the ear is different from the pressure outside, the eardrum flexes to equalize the pressure, causing the popping sensation.
Why doesnt air pressure crush an empty soft drink can when sitting on the table?
The can is designed to withstand the external air pressure. When a can is sealed, the pressure inside and the pressure outside are balanced. However, when the can is empty and open, the pressure inside and outside the can equalize, preventing the can from being crushed.
How does air escape a balloon?
Air escapes a balloon when the pressure inside the balloon is greater than the pressure outside, causing the air to flow out through the opening of the balloon. This process continues until the pressure inside and outside the balloon equalize.
What forces the liquid upward in a straw?
The pressure difference between the atmosphere and inside the straw causes the liquid to be pushed upward. When you create a low pressure by sucking on the straw, the higher air pressure outside the straw pushes the liquid up to equalize the pressure difference.
Why don't you feel the pressure exerted by the atmosphere?
You don't feel the pressure exerted by the atmosphere because your body is used to it and is able to balance the pressure inside and outside.
Why was it necessary to match the water levels inside and outside the cooled flask before removing it from the water bath?
So to equalize the pressure inside the flask with that of the atmosphere.
Why does the can crush when placed in cold water?
When a can is placed in cold water, the air inside the can cools down and contracts, creating a lower pressure inside the can compared to the outside. The higher pressure outside the can then crushes the can as it tries to equalize the pressure inside and outside.
Does the eustachian tube allows pressure in the inner ear to equalize with pressure in the throat and mouth and outside of the body?
Yes, the eustachian tube helps equalize the pressure in the inner ear with that of the throat, mouth, and outside environment. It does this by allowing air to flow in and out of the middle ear, helping to maintain balance and prevent discomfort or damage to the ear drum.
Why do ears pop?
Ears pop due to changes in air pressure. When the pressure inside the ear is different from the pressure outside, the eardrum flexes to equalize the pressure, causing the popping sensation.
Why doesnt air pressure crush an empty soft drink can when sitting on the table?
The can is designed to withstand the external air pressure. When a can is sealed, the pressure inside and the pressure outside are balanced. However, when the can is empty and open, the pressure inside and outside the can equalize, preventing the can from being crushed.
Why do windows open during takeoff?
Windows are opened during takeoff to equalize the pressure inside the airplane with the pressure outside, helping to prevent the windows from breaking due to the difference in pressure.
How does air escape a balloon?
Air escapes a balloon when the pressure inside the balloon is greater than the pressure outside, causing the air to flow out through the opening of the balloon. This process continues until the pressure inside and outside the balloon equalize.
Why do bottles leak in an airplane?
They leak because the pressure inside the bottle is higher than the pressure outside of the bottle. That makes the contents in the bottle want to escape because it wants to equalize the pressure.
Why do animals' ears pop on planes?
When animals are on a plane, the change in air pressure can cause their ears to pop. This happens because the pressure inside their ears needs to equalize with the pressure outside, which can be uncomfortable for them.
What forces the liquid upward in a straw?
The pressure difference between the atmosphere and inside the straw causes the liquid to be pushed upward. When you create a low pressure by sucking on the straw, the higher air pressure outside the straw pushes the liquid up to equalize the pressure difference.
Why don't you feel the pressure exerted by the atmosphere?
You don't feel the pressure exerted by the atmosphere because your body is used to it and is able to balance the pressure inside and outside.
What happens if the air pressure in the throat and outside is less than the air pressure in your middle ear when you swallow?
if the aie pressure in the throat and outside the body is less than the air pressure in your middle ear when you swallow the air pressure in your middle ear reaches the same pressure as the air in your throat and outside , and the eardrum moves quickly back-or'pops' into place
