Pouring liquid nitrogen onto a balloon decreases the volume of the balloon dramatically. Afterward, the balloon re-inflates. Use kinetic theory to explain this sequence of events. The temperature of liquid nitrogen is -196 degrees Celsius

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The molecules of air within the balloon move at increasing speeds as temperature rises. These particles continuously bombard the walls of the balloon and that causes the balloon to inflate. At lower temperatures the molecules have much less energy so the balloon is deflated. Take this information, expand on it, and write your answer.