Condensate around rocket spin? Why?

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The discussion focuses on the observation of vapor condensate behavior around a rocket during launch. At 0:40 and 1:00, it is noted that the vapor appears to flow around the rocket rather than spin, influenced by wind direction. The vapor trail is clearly visible as it moves from the right side of the rocket to the left, demonstrating the effects of airflow on condensate formation. This highlights the importance of understanding fluid dynamics in rocket launches.

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I just look at a rocket leaving his lunch pad.
Vapor condensate spin around the rocket.
at 0:40
 
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At 0:44? Looks like wind was blowing from the right of the camera. It's not spinning, just flowing around the obstacle.
 
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Yes, and you can see this better at about 1:00. Right after the astronaut speaks, there is a shot of the rocket high in the sky, and the vapor trail can be clearly seen flowing around the left side of the vehicle; to the right side, and then out and down to the left.
 
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