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 by atmospheric pressure.This occurs because the pressure inside the can is rapidly reduced 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 internal energy.
E) rapid conduction of heat to the relatively cool water.