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EPISODE · Jul 4, 2022 · 3 MIN

Why are fridges difficult to quickly reopen?

from Question of the Week, from the Naked Scientists · host Dr Chris Smith

Listener Josie asked us "Why can't I immediately open my fridge door after closing it? It feels like air pressure is keeping it closed. Is this the case?" James Tytko spoke to Cambridge University's Engineering Professor Vikram Deshpande about this fascinating fridge function... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

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