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MythBusters Returns Wednesdays @ 9pm E/P with All-new Episodes!
Can a human head dunked in liquid nitrogen freeze so fast it explodes on impact? The MythBusters put a memorable scene from Jason X to the test.
When the air turns cold, rain falls from the sky, and the wind blows at 70 mph, is your first thought to close the windows? According to NASA, you should actually leave windows open during a hurricane or strong storm to prevent serious damage to your home. Jamie and Adam head to The University of Florida to test out this theory with the worlds largest portable hurricane simulator.
Meanwhile, Kari, Grant and Tory tackle two frigid fables involving liquid nitrogen. Using horror movies as inspiration, the trio recreates the famous scene where the villain dunks the victims head in liquid nitrogen for five seconds and then shatters it on the counter!
Then, they investigate a very unusual legend that if true, could potentially ruin your Christmas. Supposedly if a large amount of liquid nitrogen leaks into your Christmas tree, it will snap-freeze, expand and explode the tree! With their customary diligence, flair for danger, and a whole truckload of liquid nitrogen, the team sets out to confirm or deny this incredible tale.
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@browntown72: Elemental nitrogen (gas or liquid) is completely distinct from molecular compounds containing Nitrogen. In fact, any molecule will have different properties than pure allotropes of their component atoms. N2 is biologically inert in most animals.
There are many Nitrogen-containing molecules that are not toxic. Most importantly, amino acids (which make proteins) and DNA are both types of Nitrogen-based molecules.
how can it be heavier than itself? how would it sink to its own bottom?
do u have any idea what you're saying?
nitrogen is dangerous because it can displace oxygen in a confined environment and we wouldn't even be aware of it when it happens
nitrogen by itself is non toxic. and it's definitely not heavier than the air we breathe. not significantly. it IS the air in the first place, it can't be heavier than itself.
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There are many Nitrogen-containing molecules that are not toxic. Most importantly, amino acids (which make proteins) and DNA are both types of Nitrogen-based molecules.
how can it be heavier than itself? how would it sink to its own bottom?
do u have any idea what you're saying?
nitrogen is dangerous because it can displace oxygen in a confined environment and we wouldn't even be aware of it when it happens
nitrogen by itself is non toxic. and it's definitely not heavier than the air we breathe. not significantly. it IS the air in the first place, it can't be heavier than itself.
OH NO WE'RE ALL DEAD!
HAHA
I meant "inhaling LIQUID nitrogen". Like, aspirating it while it's still that cold.