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| Bombardier Beetle: The Bug That Can Shoot Boiling Hot Chemicals | |
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| Posted: 11 Jul 2023 13:32 UTC | Post #1 |
| CorineLittlejohn Deck & Engine |
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| Bombardier beetles are small insects that can defend themselves by shooting a spray of boiling hot chemicals from their rear end. The spray is made up of a mixture of chemicals, including hydrogen peroxide and hydroquinone, which react together to create a hot, foul-smelling liquid. The spray can cause pain and irritation to predators, and in some cases, it can even kill them. https://www.youtub e.com/watch?v=ny6Wry winMc&ab_channel=Dis coveryBit Follow us for more Facts, AnimalFacts, and NatureFacts. | |
| Last edited: 13 Jul 2023 17:51 UTC by CorineLittlejohn | |
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