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Old June 14, 2013, 01:35 PM   #6
Tuzo
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Water dropped into hot oil or molten lead has the same reaction of rapid expansion resulting in an explosion of hot stuff. Water, as sweat or otherwise, flashes to steam at the volume ratio of 1:1600. Always be aware and careful in the kitchen or at the melting pot.
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