Vacuum chamber
Definition
A vacuum chamber is a sealed container from which air and other gases have been removed, creating a low-pressure environment. It is used for various purposes such as scientific experiments, testing equipment, and simulating space conditions.
Analogy
Imagine you are in a room with all the windows and doors closed tightly. If someone suddenly sucks out all the air from that room using a giant vacuum cleaner, it would create an environment similar to a vacuum chamber.
Related terms
Pressure: This term refers to the force exerted on an object per unit area. In a vacuum chamber, pressure is significantly lower compared to atmospheric pressure.
Boyle's Law: This term refers to the principle stating that when the volume of a gas decreases, its pressure increases (assuming temperature remains constant).
Space Simulation: This term refers to recreating conditions experienced in outer space within controlled environments like vacuum chambers for testing purposes or research.
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