A can filled with water, is heated so that water boils. Now seal the mouth with air – tight cap. Let the can cool. It’s sides get deformed. Explain why?

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Rohith Nandakumar asked Apr 14, 2023

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A can filled with water, is heated so that water boils. Now seal the mouth with

air – tight cap. Let the can cool. It’s sides get deformed. Explain why?

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Rohith Nandakumar asked Apr 14, 2023

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The heat from the water deforms the sides because it melts the plastic

Lithium answered Apr 19, 2023

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