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Nitrogen demonstration in the Physics exhibitionPhoto: Deutsches Museum
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Liquid nitrogen

Experience spectacular experiments at this science show! See how liquid nitrogen affects various substances – from handkerchiefs to roses – at a temperature of -196°C.

  • Adults, Family and children, Young people

Liquid nitrogen has a temperature of -196°C, which gives it amazing properties. In this science show, we carry out spectacular physics experiments that change the state of substances using pressure and temperature. There’s bubbling, hissing and popping – but everything is highly scientific. Excitement guaranteed!

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Short film on “Liquid nitrogen”

See some of the experiments that take place during our “Liquid nitrogen” science show in this short film.

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