A student pushes an inverted, empty-looking glass vertically into a bucket of water. Water does not enter the glass. The student then tilts the glass, and bubbles escape. Which explanation is the most scientifically accurate?

Answer as guest — Start Free Practice Test to earn Practice PointsHow to earn pointsAsk a question+3Answer a question+1Someone answers yours+1Your Q gets upvoted+1Pioneer bonus (first 5)+5, ask questions & climb the leaderboard!

A Water cannot enter because atmospheric pressure disappears inside the glass.
B The glass contains air that occupies space; when air escapes, water can enter.
C Both the options
D None of the above

Show answer and explanation

Answer: A. Water cannot enter because atmospheric pressure disappears inside the glass.

Why water does not enter initially: The glass is filled with air, which takes up space and pushes back against the water.

Answering after opening this box earns no Practice Points.

1 answered 0% got it right

Rules for asking and answering

A student pushes an inverted, empty-looking glass vertically into a bucket of water. Water does not enter the glass. The student then tilts the glass, and bubbles escape. Which explanation is the most scientifically accurate?

More questions like this