How Things Work on Instagram: "The Leidenfrost effect happens when a liquid touches a surface that is far hotter than its boiling point, causing it to levitate on its own vapor. The bottom layer of the liquid instantly flashes into gas, forming a thin insulating cushion that prevents direct contact with the surface. This vapor layer drastically slows heat transfer, so instead of boiling away instantly, the liquid skates around, slides, or forms beads that last much longer than expected. Because