Why Does Smoke Follow You Around a Fire?

Why Does Smoke Follow You Around a Fire?

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Interactive Video

Science, Physics

11th Grade - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explains why smoke from a fire often blows into people's faces, debunking the myth of a curse and instead attributing it to the physics of heat and air movement. It covers how heat affects air density, leading to convection, and how human presence can create a vacuum that directs smoke. The video also introduces smokeless fire pits as a solution to reduce smoke by improving airflow and combustion.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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

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