Laser vs Metal: Elimination of Matter in Blasting Holes

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The discussion centers on the effects of laser ablation and blasting on metal, specifically addressing whether the matter from the metal is completely eliminated from the universe during these processes. It concludes that, similar to boiling water, the metal does not vanish but rather transforms into vapor. The conversation emphasizes that while some metal vapors may burn, the matter itself is not eradicated from existence.

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When blaster or laser is used to make a hole in a piece of metal is any of the matter of the metal completely eliminated from the universe?
 
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motleycat said:
When blaster or laser is used to make a hole in a piece of metal is any of the matter of the metal completely eliminated from the universe?
No.
 
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nasu said:
No.
Great. Explanation?
 
motleycat said:
Great. Explanation?
Where does the water in a pan go when you boil it dry? That's what happens to the metal - the difference is that just that some metal vapors burn but water vapor doesn't.
 
motleycat said:
Great. Explanation?
What to explain? Do you know any process that will make something to "dissapear from this universe"? Whatever that means.
 
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