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It makes the air inside expand and will stretch the plastic and make the ball bigger. If you keep heating, the ball will split and let the air out.
I once tried to fix a ball that was pushed in and so had a dent by boiling it until the dent popped out. The dent did pop out, but the ball was bigger than it was and did not bounce like it should-- maybe a child could get some use from it, but to me, it was useless.
On Mythbusters from Discovery channel, baseballs kept in a humidor travelled less than those that were left out...
Yes, warmer Golf balls fly farther, and they fly shorter when colder. You are not allowed to deliberately change the temperature of a golf ball as this is against the rules.
Under the same impact force, a solid golf ball will have a longer overall distance in warm weather than in cold weather. That's why there is a business for golf ball warmer.
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What are the effects of your balls shrinking?
It depends on which balls. Most sports have a defined size and weight for balls. If the ball falls outside these parameters then they are probably illegal within that sport.
What was the first sports balls made of?
AnswerThe first sports balls were made with leather or pigskin.
Where can one purchase squash balls?
Squash balls can be purchased online through a variety of websites such as Amazon and Sports Chalet. Squash balls are also available at many local sports and athletics stores such as Sports Authority or Academy Sports.
What is a catchy title for a science project about sports balls?
"Bouncing into Science: Investigating the Physics of Sports Balls"
How temperature effects squash balls?
Temperature can affect squash balls by changing their bounce characteristics. Cold temperatures can make squash balls less bouncy, while hot temperatures can make them more bouncy. It is important to store squash balls at room temperature to maintain their intended playing characteristics.
What do you need to be a sports ambassador?
Balls
Can I buy Pilates exercise balls at Sports Authority?
The Sports Authority website does sell Pilates exercise balls. They offer both stability and toning balls in a variety of sizes and weights.
What effects lava lite?
balls
Where can one purchase a variety of balls for sports?
A variety of balls for sports can in most cases be found in local sport stores. Otherwise Amazon and eBay provide a comfortable way to order balls online.
Finding pi in hobby or sports?
the balls in sports (soccer ball, basketball, etc.)
What is your hypothesis on how the temperature effects a tennis balls height?
If a tennis ball is cooler then the atoms have less energy so it may hypothetically bounce lower than if it was warmer
How many balls are there in all sports?
there is about mabye 20
