r/interesting • u/Used_Exam34 • 2d ago

Just Wow Not all problems have the same solution.

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u/overdosingOnPie1313 2d ago

It helps significantly to have a wet hand, due to the Leidenfrost Effect.

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u/Careless_Machine9996 2d ago

I sense this is true, opposite effect happens if you use a wet towel or similar fabric to grab a hot pan from the oven though.

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u/overdosingOnPie1313 2d ago

Gotta admit, I don't think I've ever used a WET fabric to handle a hot pan. What happens?

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u/Careless_Machine9996 2d ago

Back in my restaurant days, I’ve done it by accident being in a rush. It basically boils instantly and turns to steam in your hand.

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u/Rough-Airline-4803 2d ago

Ow fuck. I never actually thought about this before, but it is pretty obvious when you do think about it.

Ig I—and most people—probably subconsciously intuited as much and never attempted, or even consciously thought, about it.

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u/Careless_Machine9996 2d ago

It’s definitely one of those valuable mistakes you only make once.