Computer Duster + Water = EXPLOSION!?

Computer Duster + Water = EXPLOSION!?

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Science, Chemistry

1st - 6th Grade

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The video explores the explosive reaction of computer duster (difluoroethane) with water, demonstrating the effect using a high-speed camera. Various substances like liquid nitrogen and butane are tested for similar reactions, but only difluoroethane causes an explosion. The video concludes with an analysis of molecular interactions, suggesting that the polar nature of difluoroethane and water leads to the explosive reaction.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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