Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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This demo from the 1800s still blows our minds today 💥
Peter Wothers recreates one of Humphry Davy's signature demos: the potassium volcano. More explosive science in the full talk: youtu.be/pnutFsW0mUg

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