Tom Kuntzleman | Fri, 03/02/2018 - 11:04
In this Chemical Mystery, a metal sphere is heated until it glows orange-hot, and then it is placed in some water. Watch what happens next:
Can you explain these results? If you have any ideas about what is going on, share them in the comments.
*The solution is now posted. Check it out!
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