Bubbles Definition and 112 Threads

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    How do bubbles close when forming?

    How can something subatomic blow bubbles in a chamber?
  2. S

    Could Dark Energy be concentrated inside galactic bubbles?

    Bubble regions devoid of galaxies are seen giving structure to the universe; this is coincident with the observed filament structure of super-cluster complexes of galaxies. Similar filamentation is seen in the concentration of fluid boundaries when a (soapy) foam is filled with pressurized...
  3. B

    Finding out compressibility of a fluid when bubbles are present?

    I want to know approximately how compressible a fluid can become when H2O bubbles are present. Does anyone know how to do this? Thanks.
  4. L

    Motion of water bubbles at the surface of hot water

    I've been thinking about this now and then, when boiling water. As the water becomes hotter the bubbles are rising in increasing numbers. The bubbles seem to either repel each other or merge to form bigger bubbles (or pop on contact) and then they seem to be moving toward the edge of the pot...
  5. M

    Can a metal ring and soap solution create expanding bubbles?

    I've heard that, when a soap bubble is given a charge, it expands. I was just wandering whether, when you wet a ring made of metal with a soap solution and blow to it slowly, the bubble created expands because of theat above principle. Does The friction between the metal ring and the bubble...
  6. S

    Why do bubbles in water form perfect spheres?

    Homework Statement 1)In a bubble the air molecules spread themselves out equally. However, outside where there is liquid, the pressure on the higher part is greater than below. So why would the bubble be perfectly round? Also, would the pressure in the bubble be calculated via the hpg of the...
  7. S

    No bubbles in distillation of phenylacetone under vacuum

    hello, i have no bubbles in distillation of phenylacetone under vacuum, the heat is about 120c, and the vacuum pump produce around 20 torr. is that normal? please help me
  8. S

    Exploring the Science Behind Air Bubbles in Pools and Lakes

    When you kick around in a pool or lake, air bubbles seem to stream from your feet... But what causes this? Is it air being pulled down from the surface, or oxygen from the water molecules, or something else entirely?
  9. M

    Measuring surface tension of a bubbles.

    Homework Statement The pressure by the walls of a bubble is 4σ/r (where σ is the surface tension). The radius r of 2 bubbles is measured. After that you bring the two together by connecting them with a straw (the smaller bubble has higher pressure and gets smaller, while the bigger bubble...
  10. J

    Why Do Bubbles Form on the Water Surface?

    Homework Statement Well,actually it isn't related to my hw.I ask this just simply due to my curiosity. Here's the question: Sometimes,we saw bubbles formed on the water surface,could anyone explain this phenomenon:)?Any theorey behind it? thx a lot. Homework Equations The...
  11. Alesak

    Why do stock bubbles matter to the economy?

    Hi, this question popped into my mind while learning for a macroeconomics exam. Suppose there is a stock market crash. Why does it matter to real economy? For example, if all stock prices drop by half suddenly, everyones wealth would be halved, but that would be only numbers in accounting...
  12. K

    Finding Charge to Double Bubble Radius: Homework Solution

    Homework Statement Find the amount of charge required to double the radius of a bubble of radius r and surface tension T.Homework Equations Increase in surface energy of bubble = T ΔA The Attempt at a Solution I've tried equating the increase in surface energy to the work done by the Coulomb...
  13. Q

    Two soap bubbles coalesce, what is the surface tension?

    Homework Statement Two soap bubbles of equal radius 'r' coalesce isothermally to form a bigger bubble of radius 'R'. If the atmospheric pressure is P0, find the surface tension of the soap solution. Homework Equations Surface energy = surface tension x increase in area (W = T.ΔA)...
  14. B

    Why soda bubbles when you shake it

    I understand most of the physics of soda. The bubbles are carbon dioxide in the form of gas and they are rushing to the top to escape from the liquid. I'm trying to figure out why soda bubbles when you shake it. My guess is that when you shake it you're adding energy (work) to the soda and...
  15. D

    Explain 'bubbles' in cosmological phase transitions

    Can someone, please, explain to me (in layman's terms, [ie no mathematics]) the theory behind early cosmological phase transitions and these supposed 'bubbles' ?
  16. Dotini

    Human Eyes See Cosmic Bubbles that Algorithms Miss

    I thought this story was charming, since it hints that there still might be a few things people can do that computers cannot (yet) do. I have no idea of the significance of these bubbles, but I'd be interested to hear others comments...
  17. B

    Light Waves, Color, and Soap Bubbles

    Homework Statement A soap bubble is floating in the air. The wall of the bubble has an index of refraction of n = 1.33. It is observed that red and violet light are reflected from the surface of the bubble, but no green light is reflected. Compute the minimum thickness of the bubble...
  18. R

    Why do Spherical Non-Oscillating Bubbles Dissolve in Saturated Liquids?

    Spherical non-oscillating bubbles in a saturated liquid always tend to dissove, why? If the pressure is already balanced, why the bubbles dissolve? Is it due to the diffusion of gas? If all things are in balance, will bubbles still dissolve? Thanks for help.
  19. N

    Exploding Soap Bubbles: A question of gasses.

    So we're considering adding some soap bubbles to a fire-dancing show. Why? Because soap bubbles are awesome! But you know what's even _more_ awesome? That's right! EXPLODING SOAP BUBBLES! OK, so we don't really want them to explode (well, _I_ do, but apparently democracy rules), but...
  20. zonde

    Magnetic bubbles at the edge of the solar system and CMB

    This article http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-06-big-edge-solar.html" tells about discovery of magnetic bubbles at the edge of solar system. As I understand they are around 100AU from Sun and around the size of 1AU. That makes them roughly 3.6° angular size. Shouldn't these bubbles cause...
  21. M

    Thermodynamics - Rods, bubbles and magnets

    Homework Statement For an elastic rod, show that \[ \frac{\partial C_{L}}{\partial L}_{T} = -T*\frac{\partial^2 f}{\partial T^2} where C_{L} is the heat capacity at constant length L. Homework Equations dU = Tds + fdL F = U - TSThe Attempt at a Solution I've used dF = dU - Tds - SdT = fdL -...
  22. D

    What is the Scientific Term for Bubbles Formed on the Surface of Magnesium?

    just a quick question... I was wondering what is a more scientifiacly correct term for bubbles. e.g. it was noticed a bubble layer began to form on the surface of the magnesium. what word could be substituted for this? I seached around and found that apparently the scientific term for bubble...
  23. H

    Why do bubbles form when vapor pressure = external pressure?

    Can someone explain why bubbles only begin to form when the vapor pressure = external pressure? Since vapor pressure is defined as the equilibrium pressure of the gas in a closed vessel, the connection does not seem obvious.
  24. M

    Universe - bubbles of Dark Matter?

    I have seen a few other similar posts but wanted to add my thoughts. Is gravity the space between bubbles of dark matter. Matter that we know and dark matter are like oil and water? Gravity is the force created in the structures between the bubbles. Is that why we see the current structure of...
  25. E

    Bullet shot underwater where do the bubbles come from?

    Homework Statement Hi, A gun totally immersed underwater and shoot a bullet. Q1. Would there be a trail of bubbles behind the bullet? Q2. If there are bubbles, where do they come from? Q3. If there are bubbles, would the sum of the volume of all bubbles be equal to the volume of...
  26. C

    Cavitation bubbles interaction

    - Lest say that we have a homogeneous liquid that is vibrated at a certain frequency so we get cavitation bubbles inside the liquid. Let's say that the cavitations lifetime is long enough to play with them. - Could we manipulate these cavitation bubbles so we can move them around and...
  27. W

    Bubbles in a cup of coffee why does this happen?

    So I just sat down at my computer with a cup of coffee before I start doing some work.. I noticed that when I dip the tip of my pencil (it is a mechanical pencil with a plastic end) in the coffee, bubbles are attracted to the tip of it. Literally, I can put the tip up to 1cm away, and the...
  28. Mueiz

    Does the Relativistic Speed of Soap Bubbles Affect Their Shape?

    It is well known that the shape of soap bubbles is spherical because of the fact that a sphere is the least-area way of enclosing a given volume . If we look to a soap bubble from a frame of reference that move at relativistic speed relative to the bubbles, then ,as a result of length...
  29. marcus

    Bumping bubbles from our pre-bang past ( test of eternal infl.)

    Bumping bubbles from our pre-bang past ("test" of eternal infl.) http://arxiv.org/abs/1012.1995 First Observational Tests of Eternal Inflation Stephen M. Feeney (UCL), Matthew C. Johnson (Perimeter Institute), Daniel J. Mortlock (Imperial College London), Hiranya V. Peiris (UCL) 5 pages, 2...
  30. P

    How can entropy explain formation of soap bubbles

    I've taken basic college physics and chemistry courses where I learned about entropy and thermodynamics, and I can tell you that I don't know that much :) That's my background. I understand that entropy is a description of 'randomness' and possible 'states'. When I wash my hands with soap...
  31. H

    Bubbles in Resin: How & Why They Rise to the Surface

    I've had several discussions relating to how bubbles of air trapped in resin during the mixing process are drawn to the surface by blowing onto the surface with a straw or by passing carbon dioxide from a propane burner over the surface. How do the bubbles of trapped air even know that the...
  32. D

    How Does Laplace Pressure Affect Bubble Behavior in a T-Shaped Pipe?

    Homework Statement The bending of the surface of any liquid creates excess pressure, known as the Laplace pressure. Consider a T-shaped pipe with two bubbles of different diameters blown at the two ends across from each other. How will the two bubbles behave? Give qualitiative reasons...
  33. M

    How Large Will the Air Bubble Be When It Reaches the Surface?

    Homework Statement A scuba diver releases a 2.50-cm-diameter (spherical) bubble of air from a depth of 11 m in a lake. Assume the temperature is constant at 16.0ºC, and the air behaves as a perfect gas. How large is the bubble when it reaches the surface? Homework Equations V2 = V1*(T2...
  34. A

    Air Bubbles and Terminal Velocity-> why is my answer wrong? (all work shown)

    Air Bubbles and Terminal Velocity--> why is my answer wrong? (all work shown) Homework Statement Air bubbles of 1.0mm radius are rising from a scuba diver to the surface of the sea. Assume a water temp of 20C. a) If viscosity of water = 1.0 X 10-3 Pa.s, what is the terminal velocity of...
  35. N

    Bubbles in water, need a method/equations

    I have a need to know how fast gas bubbles will travel from a variable depth in a liquid to the surface. I realize there are a lot of variables here, liquid density, gas density, temp. etc... What I need is a general guideline for calculating the time with different gases through a homogenesis...
  36. O

    What is the most efficient way to collect pure gas bubbles without pumps?

    Homework Statement I am attempting to collect bubbles that are being produced under the water surface. The bubbles are natural gas, lighter than air I can collect the by bubbles by directing them into a funnel and up a hose and into an airtight collection vessel. I want to know what pressure...
  37. S

    Do Bubbles Form Due to Sudden Pressure Change?

    What are air bubbles? In the typical coke can analogy. As you open the can carbon dioxide goes out as bubbles. Are bubbles created when there is a sudden change in pressure. Emphasis on sudden there. Thanks for the help :smile:
  38. F

    How to Measure the Flow Rate of Air Bubbles Under Water for a Leakage Test?

    Hi everyone, I want to measure the flow rate of air bubbles under water for a leakage test of air brake chambers. I mean i want to keep the flow rate of bubbles under the permissible limit of 10 cubic centimeters per minute, and i have only 30 seconds to do this because of the conveyor speed...
  39. L

    Calculating Number of Air Bubbles Needed for Sphere to Float in Water

    Homework Statement Water in a tank is uniformly bubbled with small identical air bubbles each having volume V0. A sphere of mass M and volume V floats in water due to the attachment of certain number of air bubbles in the surface.If dw is the density of water,and the minimum number of air...
  40. K

    Can You Pop an Underwater Air Bubble by Poking It?

    If you poke at a soap bubble floating in air it pops. Can you make an underwater air bubble pop when you poke at it? I say no, my wife thinks you can. What say you? And why?
  41. Loren Booda

    What Bubble Shapes Most Effectively Insulate Against Heat?

    Which bubble shapes (spheres, tetrahedra, cubes, etc. or composite) in a foam most effectively insulates against heat?
  42. 9

    Bubbles turn black when they pop

    Homework Statement Why does a bubble turn black when it pops? In terms of diffraction, interference, and Young's Experiment. Homework Equations N/A The Attempt at a Solution N/A
  43. M

    Bubbles What are Bubbles exactly?

    Hello, I am wondering what a bubble really is, considering a case of an air bubble in water as an example, what leads to the spherical appearance? Why it doesn't blows up within the liquid? thanks in advance.
  44. R

    Why do air bubbles form at the bottom of a glass of sparkling wine?

    When one pour sparkling wine in a glass...the air bubbles, which are formed always in the bottom (or bottom surface of glass) of the glass surface and travels upwards in a smooth line.. I was wondering..is there any good explanation (why these bubbles are always formed in bottom) in terms of...
  45. I

    Mixing of Bubbles: Who is Correct? Explanation

    When a small bubble comes in contact with a larger bubble, what happens to their size? (a) smaller bubble becomes smaller & eventually vanishes while larger one becomes larger (b) both bubbles increase in size (c) both bubbles decrease in size (d) larger bubble becomes smaller while smaller...
  46. N

    Physics & Math of Soap Films & Bubbles

    I'm looking for some stuff concerning the physics and mathematics of soap films and soap bubbles - I mean things like the surface tension mechanism, Young-Laplace equation etc. and the mathematical side of the subject, i.e. minimal surfaces, mean curvature etc. I know that there are two nice...
  47. R

    How does dissvoled gas bubbles move in solution?

    How does dissvoled gas bubbles move in solution? I want to do a computer simulation on nucleation so i am trying to figure this out.
  48. N

    Why Do Bubbles Form When Water Boils?

    When something is boiling, like water on a stove, where do the bubbles come from? is it from some sort of chemical reaction?
  49. 4

    How Does Soap Film Thickness Affect Color Reflection in Optics?

    Soap Bubbles in terms of optics etc. Help needed :) Homework Statement The opening of a metal cylinder is dipped in soapy water so that a soap film forms. The cylinder is then turned so it is horizontal (and the soap film is vertical). What happens to the thickness of the soap film...
  50. S

    Einstein-Strauss solution with one or two bubbles

    The Einstein-Strauss solution of Einstein equations is used to model a gravitationally bound system in otherwise homogeneuous FRW universe. It is a black hole at the center of an otherwise empty spherical bubble surrounded by expanding FRW matter dominated universe. The mass of the black hole...
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