Leidenfrost effect demonstration - GIF

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Leidenfrost effect demonstration using liquid nitrogen.

The Leidenfrost effect is a physical phenomenon in which a liquid, close to a surface that is significantly hotter than the liquid's boiling point, produces an insulating vapor layer that keeps the liquid from boiling rapidly. - Wikipedia




Previously:

Liquid nitrogen dry shipper - photo
Pouring liquid nitrogen into a dirty container - GIF
Mixing cola and liquid nitrogen - GIF
Cooling a concrete truck with liquid nitrogen - GIF
Installing cylinder sleeves using liquid nitrogen - GIF