Heat and temperature · Lesson 5 of 5 · 10:43 · Aug 2022

Burn paper with SUPERHEATED STEAM

In this science experiment we see if paper can be burned with hot water steam. How hot must the steam get? Paper burns at over 420F (or 215C) but water boils at 100C.

In this science experiment we see if paper can be burned with hot water steam. How hot must the steam get? Paper burns at over 420F (or 215C) but water boils at 100C. How can water possibly burn paper? Find out.
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