When the balloon has deflated, is there any difference between the air pressure inside and outside of the balloon? Explain.
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Certainly! When a balloon is deflated, the air pressure inside and outside of the balloon is generally the same. Allow me to explain how this works.
Air pressure is the force exerted by the air molecules in the atmosphere onto any surface they come into contact with. It is a result of the weight of the air above that surface. In our everyday lives, we typically experience the atmospheric pressure, which is around 14.7 pounds per square inch (psi) or 1013 millibars (mb).
When a balloon is inflated, it is filled with air, increasing the pressure inside the balloon. The air molecules inside the balloon collide with the inner walls, creating pressure that keeps the balloon inflated.
However, when the balloon is deflated, the air molecules escape, and the number of air molecules inside the balloon decreases. This decrease in the number of air molecules means that there are fewer collisions with the walls of the balloon, resulting in a decrease in pressure inside the balloon.
At the same time, the air pressure outside the balloon remains the same, as it is unaffected by the deflation of the balloon.
Therefore, once the balloon is fully deflated, the air pressure inside and outside the balloon is typically equalized, with both being at the atmospheric pressure of the surrounding environment.
I hope this explanation helps clarify the concept for you! Let me know if you have any further questions.