MRE bombs

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It is a well known fact that the heaters that come with MREs (meals ready to eat (army food)) can be used to create a small explosion. Put the solid chemical that is in the heater add some water and put it in a plastic pop bottle. Add a third of the bottle full of water then put the cap on. Set the bottle away from you and wait a few minutes for the bottle to explode.

It is a small explosion caused by the pressure of the heated air inside the bottle. Still the basic principles of an explosion is there. The chemical reaction, pressure, heat, and burst of energy released are all present. The bottle expands until it burst at its weakest point. It is interesting to watch....see more on www.constructorscorner.com