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Suppose here's a covered bottle full of liquid. I heat the bottle so the liquid changes to gas state. Will the bottle be broken since gas creates a bigger pressure?
Really this question cannot be answered, we know nothing of either the bottle or the liquid. Be more specific please.lwymarie said:Suppose here's a covered bottle full of liquid. I heat the bottle so the liquid changes to gas state. Will the bottle be broken since gas creates a bigger pressure?
It is possible for a bottle to break when exposed to heat, but it depends on the type of bottle, the material it is made of, and the amount and intensity of heat applied. Glass bottles, for example, are more susceptible to breaking when heated compared to plastic bottles.
When a bottle is heated, the molecules inside the bottle gain more energy and move faster, causing the volume of the liquid inside to expand. This expansion increases the pressure inside the bottle, which can potentially lead to the bottle breaking if the pressure becomes too high.
The temperature needed to break a bottle varies depending on the type of bottle and its contents. For example, a glass bottle filled with a cold liquid may break when exposed to boiling water, while a plastic bottle filled with a hot liquid may not break until it is exposed to much higher temperatures.
It is generally not recommended to heat a bottle in the microwave as the uneven heating can cause the bottle to break. Additionally, some bottles may not be microwave-safe and can release harmful chemicals into the liquid when heated.
If you need to heat a bottle, it is best to do so gradually and with caution. Use a heat-resistant container and monitor the temperature of the liquid inside the bottle. Avoid heating the bottle in a microwave and instead use a hot water bath or a heating pad. If possible, choose a bottle made of materials that are less likely to break under heat, such as borosilicate glass or BPA-free plastic.