Question

    As an air bubble rises from the bottom of a lake to the surface, it will:

    A Increase in size Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Decrease in size Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Remain the same size Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Flatten into a disc shape Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    An air bubble rising to the surface of a lake will increase in size due to the reduction in hydrostatic pressure as it ascends. The decrease in external pressure allows the air within the bubble to expand.

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