Consider a Steaming Aluminum Soda-Pop Can That Contains a Small

Multiple Choice

Consider a steaming aluminum soda-pop can that contains a small amount of boiling water. When it is quickly inverted into a bath of cooler water, the can is dramatically crushed. This is due to the rapidly reduced pressure inside the can by

A) contact with the relatively cool water.
B) sudden slowing of the air and steam molecules inside.
C) condensation of steam inside.
D) reduced thermal energy.
E) rapid conduction of heat to the relatively cool water.