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| − | Conditions have a huge impact on whether bubbles can be formed and how long they last. The larger the bubble, the more vulnerable it is, and the more reliant on good conditions. Ideal bubble conditions are hard to precisely detail because while many important factors are known (such as humidity, temperature, particulates and wind), there are as yet unknown factors that play a big role. |
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| − | Bubbles are only a few molecules thick so they are subject to quick evaporation/thinning in dry air. Turbulence and wind pop stiff bubbles or break flexible bubbles into smaller bubbles. Particles in the air (dust, bugs, smoke, etc.) can pop bubbles. |
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| − | Humidity, temperature, air movement (wind), and particulates are the most obvious factors. Understanding how the environment impacts bubblemaking can help you adjust your expectations and figure out what might be going wrong or right. |
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| − | There are mysterious factors that can result in bubbles not working at all on days when the conditions seem (on paper) to be ideal. |
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| − | It is generally agreed that bubbling over grass tends to work better than bubbling over pavement or dry ground. Even on a hot,dry day, you can sometimes make decent bubbles in a grassy area even when a paved area a few hundred feet away does not work at all. |
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| − | Tree cover is sometimes helpful but sometimes problematic. Edward Spiegel reported that on a very hot, dry day (95F and 20% humidity) that he made nice bubbles in a meadow with a 48" top-string loop but that in an adjacent grove, he could not make bubbles at all. |
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| − | Humidity is often mentioned as THE critical factor, and it is very important. All things being equal, higher humidity is generally better. However, other environmental factors -- some of which are still unknown -- can have just as big an impact and may make it hard to bubble even if the humidity is great. |
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| − | Good humidity by itself is not enough. Even with great humidity, there are times when it is hard to make bubbles. High temperatures, especially when combined with high wind, often mitigate the benefits of high humidity. When it is very hot, it can be hard to make bubbles t |
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'''SEE ALSO:''' [[Low Humidity]] |
'''SEE ALSO:''' [[Low Humidity]] |
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Revision as of 15:51, 26 January 2015
SEE ALSO: Low Humidity
Temperature
When temperatures approach freezing or rise above about 75F (24C), bubble longevity is adversely affected. It can still be fun to make bubbles but you won't get the same longevity that you do in other temperature ranges.
Air Movement
Judging wind speed. Go here for a guide to determining wind speed.
Particulates
Other Factors
Knowing Local Conditions
It is a good idea to know the conditions in your area. In areas where the air tends to be dry, early morning or just before or after it rains generally has higher humidity. Early morning also offers nice soft light that brings out the color in bubbles.
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