Thermodynamics > Thermal Properties > Behavior of Materials at Low Temperature

DCS# 4A40.32

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HAMMER A NAIL WITH A BANANA

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APPARATUS

banana	IGA
dewar	214-01-C6
liquid nitrogen	Science Center dock
pine board
nail
gloves

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DESCRIPTION

Chill the banana in liquid nitrogen for about 30 seconds to a minute.  It can then be used to hammer a nail into the board.  If left too long in the LN2, it may shatter.