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Air has larger spaces between the molecules as compared to those in water molecules so air compresses to a greater extent than water.

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Can you compress water?

Yes, water can be compressed under extreme pressure, but it is difficult to compress compared to other substances.


Would you expect the the pressure exerted by water to be greater or less than the pressure exerted by the same amount of air?

The pressure exerted by water would be greater than the pressure exerted by the same amount of air due to water's higher density. Water molecules are packed closely together, leading to more collisions with the walls of the container and thus a higher pressure compared to air molecules.


Why a full balloon difficult to compress?

A full balloon is difficult to compress because the air inside it creates pressure that pushes back against any attempts to squeeze or compress the balloon. The air molecules are in constant motion and collide with the inside walls of the balloon, creating tension that resists compression.


Why doesnt a ram jet operate statically?

A true ram jet can only operate if it is pushed through the air fast enough to compress the incoming air, mix it with the fuel, ignite the fuel causing it to be pushed forward to repeat the process. Many ram jet designs will not work below 600 miles per hour or 1000 kmh


Where will the greatest increase in pressure occur if you squeeze the middle of an upright closed plastic water bottle?

The greatest increase in pressure will occur at the middle of the water bottle where you are squeezing it, as this is where the force is being applied to compress the air inside. This compression of air will result in an increase in pressure at that point.

Related Questions

Why is air displaced by water?

Air is displace by water because water is much denser than air and therefor is much harder to compress.


Is It is easier to compress air than water?

Yes, it is correct.


Why is atmospheric pressure and water pressure different?

The big reason is because air is air, and water is water. The second reason is because air is compressible, while water cannot be compressed. What that means is that if you compress air to twice the pressure, it will be one-half the volume. If you compress water to be twice the pressure, the volume won't change.


Why is there water on the front of your air conditioner?

This is because condensation takes place after the compressor has compress the air in it.


What does water have to do with air temperature?

it doesnt


Why won't a supersoaker water gun work if it is completely filled with water?

They pump air into the chamber and compress it. Compressed air drives out the water. You must have room for air.


Can you pump 150 gallons of water into a 50 gallon tank?

You can try, but it wont work so well for you or the tank. Water doesn't compress easily. Things with air in them compress easily. Water does not have air. But if you try anyway, tell us how it goes.


What is compress air?

when air is squashed


When you run an air compressor in outer space will it work and will condensation form in the air tank?

An air compressor will not work in outer space as it requires air to compress. Without air molecules to compress, the compressor cannot function. Condensation will not form in the air tank in the absence of an atmosphere or water vapor.


Air compressor will not compress air?

An air compressor is a machine that compresses air, so it must be able to compress air. If you want to buy an air compressor, you can go to VIDO's official website to check it out. vido's compressors are of high quality and are the choice of the public.


Which substance can be compressed in a jar to change its volume?

Air can be compressed in a jar by applying pressure, which changes its volume. This can be demonstrated by using a vacuum pump to remove air from the jar, causing the remaining air to compress.


Does air compress?

yes, it does