Misc. Experimenting with Plasma: Is it Safe?

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Creating plasma in a microwave can be an intriguing summer experiment, but it carries significant risks. The primary dangers include exposure to high temperatures and the potential release of harmful gases, such as nitrogen oxides (NO and NO2), which can be hazardous to health. Safety precautions are essential, and it is advised to maintain a safe distance from the microwave during the experiment. Alternatives like making plasma globes are available with detailed safety instructions. Some enthusiasts suggest conducting experiments outdoors and using old equipment to minimize risks. Overall, while the experiment can be exciting, it is crucial to prioritize safety and be aware of the potential dangers involved.
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ive been bored so i was lookin for experiments to do for summer break and i came across one on making making and containing plasma... looks fun... but my question is, will i die or something? and what are some of the dangers besides the heat from thee stuff in the microwave...

heres a link to it
http://jnaudin.free.fr/html/oa_plasmoid.htm
 
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Why can't you just play with a fluorescent light bulb?

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lol wheres the fun in that... but do you know what the dangers may be of this experiment?
 
someone said they made a carrot plasma in their microwave
 
No2 and NO is not very good for health, take this into account.
 
If you go to Powerlabs, you can find out how to make plasma globes, among other things. All necessary safety precautions are detailed as well.
 
hey thanks for all your help guys... ill keep my distance from the microwave if i try it some time soon
 
ZapperZ said:
Why can't you just play with a fluorescent light bulb?


Welding is much more fun!
 
I want to make ball lighting you can make that in your microwave, but what I am gona do is do it out side and run a extention lead so you can be a safe distance, then only have it going for a few seconds.. oh yeh and probily use a old microwave and also put a cd in it, make's the cd turn all awsum
 

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