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I'll be forever annoyed at him for the incorrect answer here: http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/1260/how-does-one-s...

(And yes, I emailed him but got no reply.)

The simple answer is yes, air pressure can push even something limp like spaghetti. And yes, if you increase the pressure the limp spaghetti will be forced in.

Think of a limp bag of water. If you push on the end it just buckles. But if you squeeze everywhere but one, water will come out of that spot.

But despite that, it's a great resource!

Anyone else remember imponderables (the books)?



> Anyone else remember imponderables (the books)?

I used to read those voraciously in the late 80s/early 90s. Going to the book store and seeing that there was a new one was such a treat.

I wonder what experience will be similar for my kids.


Great. Now I'm annoyed too.




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