The following video is exactly why we put people in space: What happens to an alka seltzer tablet when added to a sphere of water?
It's interesting to see that the surface tension of the water sphere can almost totally contain all the carbon dioxide contained in one tablet. (via Science Blog)
This is precisely why NASA does not include jalapeno, bean, and chorizo burritos on its breakfast menu.
ReplyDeleteSeriously, that was just fascinating.
ReplyDeleteThanks!