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In reply to the discussion: OK then. Just the facts. 9-11 [View all]zappaman
(20,606 posts)31. Did I use the wrong word?
I was under the impression that the temperature in the WTC was about 1100 to 1500F.
Steel at room temperature: 100% Strength
Steel at -50F: 111% Strength
Steel at 500F: 91% Strength
Steel at 900F: 76% Strength
Steel at 1100F: 69% Strength
Steel at 1350F: 44% Strength
Steel at >1700F: <10% Strength.
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"... is shown to have been in constant downward acceleration until it disappeared."
William Seger
Feb 2012
#26
For someone who claims to be curious, why have you not read any critical analysis of this POS?
jberryhill
Feb 2012
#35