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Bubble Formation

Bubble formation occurs when a gas becomes trapped within a liquid or solid, creating a pocket of gas enclosed by the surrounding material. In liquids, this often happens when a gas is introduced, the liquid is disturbed, or pressure changes cause dissolved gases to come out of solution. The gas forms a tiny bubble, which can grow if conditions favor further gas accumulation. Bubbles tend to rise to the surface because they are less dense than the surrounding liquid, eventually bursting and releasing the accumulated gas. This process involves factors like surface tension, pressure, and the properties of the liquid or material involved.