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"We took graphite and put it into the microwave for seven seconds," Ghasemi says. The gases in the mineral cause the outer layer to expand and pop. "It's exactl
by hrjet 12y ago
"We took graphite and put it into the microwave for seven seconds," Ghasemi says. The gases in the mineral cause the outer layer to expand and pop. "It's exactly like a popcorn!"
Is this a safe experiment to do at home? Is there a chance of sparking?
- trhway 12y agomicrowave and blender are the future of the nanotechnology. I wonder how such popcorn would work in a battery.
- abcd_f 12y agoOh, common! Where's your spirit of scientific discovery? Next thing you say you never microwaved a burning match to get the plasma sparks :)
- kordless 12y agoOr a grape cut in half.
- tlarkworthy 12y agoor a CD
- TeMPOraL 12y ago> Is this a safe experiment to do at home? Is there a chance of sparking? Even if, so what? In the very unlikely worst case scenario, you'll have to shell out $50 for a new microwave. Just stay frosty and keep your finger on the "Cancel" button :).
- trendoid 12y agoi guess putting graphite in an inverted container made of glass should make it a bit safer.