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- Subject: RE: Why does sticky tape glow?
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- Date: 22 Dec 92 01:51:21 GMT
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- In a previous article, b259phl@utarlg.uta.edu (PHILIP LIPPEL) wrote:
- >This phenomenon was widely discussed back when I was processing my own B&W film
- >in highschool. I wish I knew the answer, but since I don't, I'll just pass on a
- >related piece of folklore. A similar effect can be seen if you break a
- >wintergreen Lifesaver in a dark room.
-
- For more drama with the life saver, chew it. The sparks fly from tooth to
- tooth. It's really a pretty cool effect to see, but as to why...well, I
- didn't know in college, and I still don't. =( But I'd like to know...
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- -Rob Vest
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