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From the Vault: Oil and Troubled Water, Part 2

Stuff To Blow Your Mind

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Oil, Water, and Hurricane Mitigation

This chapter explores the interactions between oil and water, showcasing how a thin layer of oil can inhibit wave motion and potentially reduce hurricane strength. It examines historical practices and scientific theories surrounding the use of oil in storms, juxtaposing folklore with modern research on surfactants and weather phenomena.

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