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Cold objects can condense the air itself, causing liquid oxygen to collect on their surfaces like dew. If they’re cold enough, they can even freeze it solid. Engineers working with cold industrial equipment have to watch out for this oxygen buildup, since liquid oxygen is pretty dangerous stuff. It’s highly reactive and tends to cause flammable things to spontaneously ignite. A really cold object can set your house on fire.
What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions
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