Crucible Fireworks (Hydrogen Bubbles Exploding)

First published at 11:35 UTC on August 27th, 2022.
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Niobium metal reacts with molten KOH to produce potassium niobate and hydrogen gas. The melt is so hot that the hydrogen bubbles exploded on contact with air.

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