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remember that time when you thought, 'hey, let's turn a can of butane into a rocket and see what happens?' well, gav and dan from the slow mo guys did just that, and the results were explosive! let's dive into their experiment and learn a thing or two about butane gas and barbecues along the way.
the butane gas rocket experiment
gav and dan, known for their high-speed camera antics, accidentally discovered how to punch the sky in the face with a can of butane. they filmed the entire experiment at 2,500 frames per second using a phantom flex high-speed camera, capturing every detail of the explosion. the can of butane, now a makeshift rocket, soared through the air, leaving a trail of smoke and flames behind. if you happen to find the charred remains of the can on your rooftop or spot it orbiting the earth with a telescope, please let dan know because he wants it back.
"back yard rocket launch - the slow mo guys five they're waiting oh damn it imagine if you just be like five oh i'd love that do it that's three [applause] two oh my god you right due to an earlier injury dan is currently nursing his wounds with a bit of water um but this video is about barbecues a lot of people like to bar barbecue you know steak burgers sausages maybe maybe some rib yeah tasty uh we like to barbecue butane gas [music] the jesus get it [laughter] that was awesome where did it go i have no idea it just the slow it didn't come back down it just like a rocket didn't it it was so forceful it blew out all the flames and didn't even didn't even make a fire we wanted it to ignite uh perhaps what we should do is have some barbecues about 2 m away next time and so it'll blow up and then maybe we'll revisit this one in future yeah where where the hell did it go maybe it's in orbit is it in space where did that i want to see how that went ahh and your grandparents are inside probably wondering what the sco was what the was that okay maybe uh maybe butane barbecue not such a good idea doesn't taste good all right here's take two we're going to do that again with a few modifications i can to stand over here whoa this is going to be good that black smoke you nervous no i was nervous with the diet coke and mentos but not with this good you're nervous your look at me a scared school boy i heard various explosions earlier various exposion various explosions dan let's drop some science on some of this all right let figure out what's going on it does go fast isn't it i don't know where any of them landed i think i heard one of them land behind me about so they went that way i thought they'd end up in the field i think it's think everyone went that way i wish we had a camera on the ground just pointing us should have done that i know we do that maybe do that again yeah all right let's try and figure out because right that block is just hovering in the air for ages at this point the can is like there so that shows you how slow we're actually recording how slow is it how many frames it was 2,500 frames a second so it's"
the science behind the experiment
butane gas, a hydrocarbon commonly used in lighters and portable stoves, is highly flammable. when ignited, it releases a large amount of energy in the form of heat and light. in the experiment, the butane gas was released under pressure, creating a powerful jet of flames that propelled the can upward like a rocket. the force of the explosion was so strong that it blew out all the flames and didn't even make a fire. the can, now a makeshift rocket, soared through the air, leaving a trail of smoke and flames behind.
the bbq mishap
gav and dan's experiment also shed light on the dangers of using butane gas for barbecues. while many people enjoy grilling steak, burgers, and sausages, using butane gas can be risky. the force of the explosion can blow out all the flames and doesn't even make a fire, leaving you with a charred mess instead of a tasty meal. it's important to use caution when handling butane gas and to follow proper safety guidelines when grilling.
conclusion
gav and dan's butane gas rocket experiment was a thrilling and educational experience. it demonstrated the power of butane gas and the importance of safety when handling flammable materials. whether you're a backyard scientist or a barbecue enthusiast, there's always something new to learn about the world around us. so, the next time you're tempted to turn a can of butane into a rocket, remember to take safety precautions and have fun exploring the wonders of science!
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