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Freeze-Drying Ice Cream

The typical way to dry out food is to heat it up. But it's also possible to dehydrate food through cooling. This video explores the concept of "freeze-drying."

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Science activity demonstrating how changes in atmospheric pressure feel
Feeling Pressured

Feel atmospheric pressure changes by stepping into a garbage bag.

Science activity to make water boil at room temperature
Boyle-ing Water

Watch water boil at room temperature.