Glass Explosion at 343,000FPS! - The Slow Mo Guys

Glass Explosion at 343,000FPS! - The Slow Mo Guys

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Science, Physics, Performing Arts

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The video tutorial explores the effects of sudden temperature changes on Pyrex glass using high-speed cameras. The experiment involves heating Pyrex with a blowtorch and then cooling it rapidly with ice water to capture the glass shattering in slow motion. The video highlights the differences between US and European Pyrex, the challenges of filming at high frame rates, and the detailed observations of the glass breaking process. The tutorial emphasizes safety and the importance of not replicating the experiment at home.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between US and European Pyrex glass mentioned in the video?

European Pyrex is not suitable for stovetop use.

European Pyrex is made of soda lime glass.

US Pyrex is more heat resistant.

US Pyrex is considered less durable.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tool is used to simulate a stovetop in the experiment?

A hot plate

An electric stove

A blowtorch

A microwave

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial frame rate used to capture the glass explosion?

28,000 frames per second

120,000 frames per second

170,000 frames per second

343,000 frames per second

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the protective barrier used in the experiment?

It successfully contained the glass.

It melted and failed to contain the glass.

It was not used at all.

It broke into pieces.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the highest frame rate used in the experiment?

171,000 frames per second

343,000 frames per second

120,000 frames per second

28,000 frames per second

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much footage was generated from a 5.1-second recording?

19.5 hours

5 hours

24 hours

10 hours

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the focus of the final experiment?

The lid of the Pyrex dish

The base of the Pyrex dish

The handle of the Pyrex dish

The entire Pyrex dish