Steelworker Illustrates Why 'Jet Fuel Failure to Melt Steel Columns' Is a Misguided Assertion
In a YouTube video, John from PurgatoryIronworks demonstrates an experiment that challenges one of the most widely known conspiracy theories regarding the events of 9/11 – the argument that jet fuel can't melt steel beams. The metalworker heats a steel beam several hundred degrees above the temperature at which jet fuel burns, illustrating a flaw in the logic of this theory.
However, it's important to note that the duration the steel beam was in the forge is not specified in the video, and the actual temperature of the forge used in the experiment is not provided. This raises questions about whether the experiment truly mirrors the conditions on 9/11.
This particular argument is considered one of the dumbest due to its flawed logic, and it originated from 9/11 truthers. A nifty meme has emerged from this community, but its connection to the debunking of 9/11 theories is not explicitly explained.
It's crucial to remember that this metalworker's process in the video is more of a party trick than a perfect simulation of the events of 9/11. This very publication, among others, has debunked boneheaded theories about 9/11, encouraging a factual understanding of the tragic events.
The video can be viewed on YouTube, offering a unique perspective on the debunking of these conspiracy theories. While the meme's popularity or impact is not discussed, it serves as a reminder of the importance of critical thinking and fact-checking in understanding historical events.
