explainer Area on Instagram: "Prince Rupert’s Drop is incredibly strong due to internal stresses created when molten glass is rapidly cooled in water. The outer layer solidifies first, trapping immense compressive stress. Under a hydraulic press, the drop’s thick bulb can withstand over 400,000 psi, but if the tail is slightly damaged, the entire drop explodes instantly! 💥🧪 . Via: Hydraulicpress/YT . . . . #explore #education #science #technology #inspire #universe #explorepage #ideas #learnin

Universal facts & knowledge on Instagram: "It’s called the Prince Rupert’s Drop—glass so incredibly tough it can withstand the force of hammer blows without shattering. It's a miracle of internal material stress. But the protection is conditional. The moment you snap its tiny tail, the massive internal tension is released, and the entire structure instantly explodes into dust. NASA studied this phenomenon to understand material stress and shock resistance. It’s a perfect demonstration of flawed