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The Ridiculous Engineering Of Jet Engines

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This video explains how jet engines work and why they don't melt even though they get super hot! You'll learn about the parts of a jet engine and how they all work together.

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🧠 Quiz & Trivia

Test your knowledge after watching!

Q1 What is the name of the part of a jet engine that pushes air backwards?

Answer: Fan

Q2 How many times hotter than the melting point of its materials does a jet engine run?

Answer: 250 degrees Celsius hotter

Q3 What are the turbine blades in a jet engine powered by?

Answer: Hot gas from the combustion chamber

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