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Thermo Reactive Putty

yellow putty in a cylinder can
PIRA: 4B50.40

Materials: Thermo Reactive Putty

This demo is to show how some materials have properties that can change by change in temperature. This putty changes color when exposed to high heats will become more yellow as it heats up. It will also change when exposed to a high intensity UV light. The putty needs to be kneaded thoroughly before it will start to react and change color according to heat.