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The Rest Is Science — The Right Way To Open A Shaken Soda Can
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The Right Way To Open A Shaken Soda Can

The Rest Is Science · 95

A can of fizzy drink has been violently shaken. The pressure is building, the bubbles are ready to erupt, and Michael Stevens is about to open it. But Hannah Fry has a trick up her sleeve. Can a few taps really prevent an explosion? This week on The Rest Is Science, Hannah and Michael begin with the surprisingly…

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