Why the Beverage is Not a Thermometer: Is Minus 196 Strong Zero?
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At a temperature of -196°C (-320°F or 77K), nitrogen gas transforms into a cryogenic liquid. The misconception that this represents 'Strong Zero' stems from a Japanese beverage brand, not scientific fact. This article clarifies the vast difference between a specific scientific temperature, a product name, and the concept of absolute zero.