Rufus

Chemistry

12 May, 16:15

A scientist takes a small, partially inflated balloon

out of liquid nitrogen (at a very low temperature).

As the balloon rests on the table, it begins to grow

in size. Which statement (s) best explains why the

balloon grows?

The air from the outside comes inside the

balloon. More air means more volume.

The air warms and increases particle

movement. Increased particle movement

leads to increased volume.

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Increased temperature means increased

volume as long as the container is flexible.