A Bubble of Air Released from the Bottom of a Lake

question 19

Multiple Choice

A bubble of air released from the bottom of a lake

• A)rises to the top at constant volume.
• B)becomes smaller as it rises.
• C)becomes larger as it rises.
• D)alternately expands and contracts as it rises.
• E)none of the above

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