At standard sea level pressure, liquid nitrogen has a boiling point of -321 °F / -196 °C. That's just 77 °C above absolute zero. It's very cold stuff! Solid nitrogen is something few people have ever seen. In this lecture, ChefSteps explains why liquid nitrogen goes solid under an extreme vacuum: http://chfstps.co/1qfAoOtAt ChefSteps, we don't tell you how to cook, we show you—with recipes designed to inspire and educate, tested techniques for successful results at home, and a lively forum where you'll chat with other chefs and home-cooking enthusiasts. Visit ChefSteps.com for more videos, recipes, classes, and techniques. http://chfstps.co/1paXXVd Become a member and be the first to know about new recipes, special offers, and goings-on around the kitchen. http://chfstps.co/1paXXVd Like us on Facebook to stay updated on our latest projects. http://chfstps.co/1thBubbFollow us on Instagram http://chfstps.co/1nDs8Fj and Pinterest http://chfstps.co/1koB9kI for peeks inside the daily workings of our Pike Place Market kitchen lab. Read our blog for inspiring ideas and behind-the-scenes updates. http://chfstps.co/1rhTgh0Follow us on Twitter to stay up to speed on what's cooking in the ChefSteps kitchen. http://chfstps.co/1gMVbWA