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Datman2020@lemmy.fmhy.ml to Asklemmy@lemmy.ml · 2年前

What is something that people think is dangerous but in reality is completely harmless?

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What is something that people think is dangerous but in reality is completely harmless?

Datman2020@lemmy.fmhy.ml to Asklemmy@lemmy.ml · 2年前
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    Jet fuel.

    People seem to have the impression that it’s some extremely explosive stuff that has to be handled with the upmost care, but it’s just highly refined kerosene. It can be used as a replacement for Diesel fuel in many cases - in fact, U.S. military vehicles can run off either. We put it Toyota Hylux pickups up in northern Greenland because it doesn’t gel up like Diesel fuel.

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      It doesnt even melt steel beams, so…

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      In case anyone is not aware, “upmost” is a word, but it’s often substituted incorrectly for “utmost.” https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/utmost-vs-upmost-difference#:~:text=Utmost means “greatest” or “,mean “greatest.” Use utmost

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      is current jet fuel even hypergolic?

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        I suspect you’re thinking rocket fuel. Some rocket fuels are hypergolic. Jet fuel is just kerosene with a few additives to prevent icing and improve engine performance.

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      Yes, people expect it to be MORE volatile than gas for your car, but actually it’s heavier and harder to burn. It’s like diesel, only a bit more so.

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