World of gases.

GASES; SLIDING doors; SHOE soles

"It's a Gas" by Mark Miodownik is an entertaining book that explores the history and significance of gases in our daily lives. The author highlights the connection between nitrous oxide, initially used as a potential cure for tuberculosis, and its later use as a pain reliever and in the creation of whipped cream. Miodownik also delves into the role of gases in various aspects of our history, such as the development of musical instruments and the invention of the pneumatic tire, which revolutionized transportation. The book concludes with a discussion on the importance of finding solutions to climate change through the use of alternative gases like wind and hydrogen power. [Extracted from the article]

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