Two Jack-o’-Lanterns Demonstrate an Explosive Thermite Reaction in a Fiery Halloween Science Video

Two jack-o’-lanterns demonstrate an explosive thermite reaction in a fiery halloween science video by the Royal Institution of Great Britain. Host Andy Marmery explains the powerful exothermic reaction between iron oxide and aluminum powders that erupts and sets off a wad of gun cotton in the second pumpkin.

Glen Tickle
Glen Tickle

Amelia's dad. Steph's husband. Writer, comedian, gentleman. Good at juggling, bad at chess.