How does a Downey fabric softener ball work?

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What makes the lid pop open?

2006-09-09 12:21:37 · 3 answers · asked by iwanttobeskinny 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science

The spinning previous to the last rinse cycle forces the little stopper open.

2006-09-09 12:41:24 · answer #1 · answered by ChiChi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

The spinning previous to the last rinse cycle forces the little stopper open.

2006-09-09 19:43:55 · answer #2 · answered by robyn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I am guessing the centripetal force of the spin cycle in the washer. During the wash cycle, it just floats (closed) around in the water.

2006-09-09 19:24:34 · answer #3 · answered by Mr. G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋