How do bubbles close when forming?

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In summary, the conversation discusses the phenomenon of bubbles being created in a chamber. The process involves soap molecules shrinking and disappearing, creating a sphere to minimize surface area. The conversation also mentions the use of a bubble chamber to track particles.
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How can something subatomic blow bubbles in a chamber?
 
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What phenomena are you thinking about? Bubbles created during boiling of water?
 
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jedishrfu said:
What phenomena are you thinking about? Bubbles created during boiling of water?

The bubble blowing phenomenon I would say...
How does the sphere close?
 
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7555 said:
How can something subatomic blow bubbles in a chamber?
Like in a bubble chamber you mean?

The particles that leave tracks in the bubble chamber do not blow the bubbles.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_chamber
 

Related to How do bubbles close when forming?

1. How do bubbles form?

Bubbles form when a gas is trapped inside a liquid. When a gas is released from a liquid, it creates a spherical shape due to surface tension.

2. What causes bubbles to close when forming?

The surface tension of the liquid causes the bubble to close when forming. This is because the liquid molecules are strongly attracted to each other, pulling the bubble into a spherical shape.

3. Why do bubbles form in certain liquids and not others?

The ability for a liquid to form bubbles depends on its surface tension and viscosity. Liquids with low surface tension and high viscosity, such as soap bubbles, are more likely to form bubbles than liquids with high surface tension and low viscosity, like water.

4. Do bubbles always form a perfect sphere?

No, bubbles do not always form a perfect sphere. Factors such as air currents, surface tension, and impurities in the liquid can cause bubbles to have irregular shapes.

5. Can bubbles close when forming in space?

Yes, bubbles can form and close in space. However, the lack of gravity in space can affect the shape and behavior of bubbles, making them appear more spherical and stable compared to bubbles on Earth.

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