When a steaming-hot aluminum soda can is quickly inverted into a pan of water, the can is dramatically crushed due to a rapid decrease in internal pressure caused by
A) contact with the cooler water.
B) sudden slowing of internal air and steam molecules.
C) condensation of steam inside.
D) reduced thermal energy.
E) rapid conduction of heat to the relatively cool water.
Answer: C
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