The writer of the email says his or her 26 year old son was scalded by water that erupted from a container after being heated in a microwave.  The son experienced severe burns.  The writer warns that water should never be heated by itself in a microwave and quotes a science teacher who says the eruption was because the water was heated in a new container that lacked scratches on the sides to allow bubbles to accumulate and be released.  The email also quotes a doctor who treated the injured son as saying that theses incidents are fairly common.

The Truth:  
This has been a complex one to try to track down and we’ve consulted a number of different sources.  Here is our best understanding of the truth:
…As the millions of people who heat water in the microwave for coffee and tea can attest, this is not a common occurrence and we could find no record of injuries from it, although that doesn’t mean none has happened.
…When water is heated on a stove and reaches the boiling point, there are usually the characteristic bubbles that emerge from the bottom of the heated pan.  It would be easy, then, to think that all water boils like that when reaching the boiling point.  The problem is, that’s not always the case.
…It is possible to sometimes heat water beyond the boiling point but without the bubbles.   Why are there no bubbles?  When water reaches the boiling point, the water molecules need to start joining arms with other water molecules in order to create the bubble of vapor that we see as boiling.  In order to do that, some molecules need to all meet together at the same place and at the same time at what is called a “nucleation site.”   A nucleation site can be a tiny impurity, another air bubble, even a scratch on the surface of the container.
…So, here’s the scenario:  Some water is heated in the microwave and both the water and the container are clean enough that there are no nucleation sites.  The water temperature goes higher than the boiling point, but without “boiling.”  Not only that, but because of the way microwaves work, not all of the water in the cup is the same temperature.  The water lining the sides of the cup becomes heated, while some of the water toward the interior of the cup is cooler.

A real example of the story as it has been circulated:

IMPORTANT!!! THIS IS NOT A JOKE!!

Please read the following important information.

Subject: Fwd: Heating Water in a Microwave

I feel that the following is information that any one who uses a microwave oven to heat water should be made aware of.
About five days ago, my 26 year old son decided to have a cup of instant coffee. He took a cup of water and put it in the microwave to heat it up (something that he had done numerous times before). I am not sure how long he set the timer for but he told me he wanted to bring the water to a boil. When the timer shut the oven off, he removed the cup from the oven. As he looked into the cup he noted that the water was not boiling but instantly the water in the cup “blew up” into his face. The cup remained intact until he threw it out of his hand but all the water had flew out into his face due to the buildup of energy. His whole face is blistered and he has 1st and 2nd degree burns to his face which may leave scarring. He also may have lost partial sight in his left eye.
While at the hospital, the doctor who was attending to him stated that this a fairly common occurrence and water (alone) should never be heated in a microwave oven. If water is heated in this manner, something should be placed in the cup to diffuse the energy such as a wooden stir stick, tea bag, etc. It is however a much safer choice to boil the water in a tea kettle.
Please pass this information on to friends and family.
Here is what our Science teacher has to say on the matter: “Thanks for the microwave warning. I have seen this happen before. It is caused by a phenomenon known as super heating. It can occur anytime water is heated and will particularly occur if the vessel that the water is heated in is new. What happens is that the water heats faster than the vapor bubbles can form. If the cup is very new then it is unlikely to have small surface scratches inside it that provide a place for the bubbles to form. As the bubbles cannot form and release some of the heat that has built up, the liquid does not boil, and the liquid continues to heat up well past its boiling point. . What then usually happens is that the liquid is bumped or jarred, which is just enough of a shock to cause the bubbles to rapidly form and expel the hot liquid. The rapid formation of bubbles is also why a carbonated beverage spews when opened after having been shaken.
Please pass this on to everyone you know, it could save a lot of injury.

And here’s a bonus tip for new mothers or mothers-to-be:

Don’t heat a bottle full of baby formula or breast milk up in a microwave oven. One reason for this is, the bottle may feel like it’s the right temperature, but the milk inside can be boiling hot. Also, heating a baby bottle in a microwave oven can change the composition of formula and milk. It can actually turn trans-amino acids in formulas into toxic chemicals. Valuable vitamins, nutrients and antibodies in breast milk can be destroyed.

 “A journey has begun, for two hearts to beat as one.

The joining of two souls and two families to unite”

We experienced love…

in our parents, families and friends.

They decided it so early ,

Yes , they coined our names together when our childhood days started ..

then we crossed years to find each other,

where a new love in us bloomed…

and we decided to share our tomorrows

and all that they hold…

Together with our parents, we

Sudhakkaran

&

Priya

invite you with immense pleasure to join us as

we unite in marriage

on

Sunday the 6th of March 2011

between 7.30 A.M. to 8.30 A.M.

VNC Mahal (Near Residency Hotel)

Karur – 639 001

We look forward to celebrate with you…

You are Expected !!

Like a butterfly in a summer breeze,

Our hearts are uplifted by love!!

You’ve shared your special days with us

By your friendship and love, and now,

We are very much excited to have your blessings

When we start our new life!!

 Let’s create a home that

 Surrounds our family and friends

 With warmth, laughter and love!!

 The pleasure of your company is the greatest gift

 For the special occasion!!

 You & your family are most expected!!

Wedding Invitation – English

Wedding Invitation – Tamil

Cheers …

Do you know what Navarathri means ??                                                                                                                  Just few lines about Nava – Rathri !!

Navaratri means nine nights in Sanskrit,During these nine nights and ten days, nine forms of Shakti/Durga Devi are worshiped.In houses & temples we can see Golu !! Golu is adorned with dolls – mostly with gods and goddesses depicting mythology.It was always my desire to go to temple all nine days but somehow i was missing that till last year.. Durga Blessed me this year ..Yes , Starting from Mahalaya Amavasai,including Navarathri , till Vijaya dasami i had seen all alankars this time..and now am used to go to temple daily which really gives me positive power also helps me to feel so peaceful.I love silence & listening others now-a-days!!It always gives great pleasure to stay in temple in  silennt environment and to listen kids & adults !! This daily visit motivated me to read something about Navarathri & 9 forms of Durga !! I have just shared a link here for people who are also interested in knowing the 9 forms !!

http://devotionalonly.com/navaratri-nine-avatars-9-forms-of-maa-durga/

Cheers…

Could anyone give me the answer for the below question…

Which one of the following is a fundamental difference between while loops & numeric for loops in oracle ?

1.while loops cannot be based on numeric conditions;numeric for loops are always based on numeric conditions;
2.The number of iterations a while loop makes  is unknown or not specified;numeric for loops are designed to loop a specific no of times.
3.while loops depend on the state of the variable and terminate when the state changes;numeric for loops do not.
4.when numbers are used in while loop,they are actually character data;numeric for loops use binary_integer values.
5.while loops terminate  explicitly;the termination of numeric for loops is stated implicitly.

Random reasons which may be the reason behind giving gifts!!

A gift tells the recipient a lot more than the gift itself. Sometimes, A One Rupee coin or A single rose means more than the most expensive gift in the world. The right gift at right time can indeed communicates a million words.

Gifting a smile or a kiss to a kid when it does some cute action is the best gift ever. Still, coming to physical existence of gift what would be the best one? Well, while selecting a gift we would consider most factors and I have listed some from my point of view.

Factors related to gift giving,

1. Occasion,

 2. Bond between the sender and receiver,

3.  Sender,

4.The Gift itself,

5.The thought,

 6. Receiving Person.

Occasion:

      Mostly commonly we will be giving gifts for some good happenings or achievements done by our beloved ones. May be for n’th Anniversary,Birthday,Graduation,Wedding,Promotion,New baby,House Warming etc..Based on occasion gift varies.So occasion plays a role in selecting gift.

 Bond between the sender and receiver:

    This plays powerful role  than the gift itself. If the bond btw two of them is good then cost and the gift doesn’t matter. Its time and effort with love which expresses much more than the gift. Especially most loved ones like one’s Lover,Son / Daughter,Friend,Brother / Sister, Spouse, Dad/Mom will always see your love in a form of gift than the physical gift.

Sender:

 We always love to get a gift from someone we love, regardless what the gift itself is. Certainly a well thought of gift makes a difference, but the impact of a gift is certainly viewed in light of who sent it.

The gift itself:

No two watches shows the same time. No two person have same taste and likes. Each will have different tastes and likes. A gift that is suitable for spouse is often different from gift for a child. How well the sender know the recipient and how much thought he/she puts into finding the right gift, can greatly affect how much they will enjoy it. Its always suggested to spend some time in creating something by own and gifting to people.

 The thought:

 It is often the amount of thought that is put into a gift that is most appreciated. Time and effort to make/select the gift is quite important than cost. Many people do not like to get the average item sold at stores/shops as an exciting gift. It is particularly disappointing when such a “gift” is everywhere, worn by many people in your neighborhood.

Receiving Person:

 It would be well selected gift if one select/make gift keeping the receiver in mind or knowing the taste and likes of receiver in mind. For example newly married women will more likely wish to get a unique gift from her husband i may be a food prepared by him ,or a close friend likes to receive a painting kind of hand work. Similarly child would always go for varity of toys as a gifts. . It is quite disappointing when the gift sent is clearly not needed by the recipient, and is not unique in any way.

Anyways its always hard to read other’s mind what they more likely to receive.All we can do is just trying to show love in form of gift!!

So Friends,What’s Gift in your term?? let us see others perspeective too !!

In life journey,

Its always thrill to see new world everyday and experience adventurous,

Same way i met you nine years back…

It took very few minutes for you to steel my heart…

As years passed life made us to meet again..

Without reasons traveled so long once in a year just to meet you!!

I prayed and prayed; God blessed me to be stay with you for so many days till today!!

Dream days has come to real,

I spent so many days with you…

We chatted, we roamed & more…

You teased me, kidded me but finally hold my hands with smile…

Your childish activities made me like you even more…

You made me think why i haven’t born near you, as your childhood friend…

I remember the day when I cried fearing about my future,

You said ‘Always Am There for You Dear’

I know you’ll be there for me

With open arms if I need a hug,

And an open mind if I need someone

to hear me.

I’m so pleased that I can

Be myself around you…

You are my Brother Not By Birth

But by Nature of Our Choice

I Could Not Have Chosen A Better One

You are the Best On Earth!

Whenever you held my hands, I felt so affectionate

You showered so much of love on me!

You made me think why i haven’t born with you, as your sister…

Its always thrill to see new world everyday and experience adventurous,

Same way I came to know my life partner,

Though I am the happiest person to get to know that,

It hurts me to realize that days are less for us to be together

It hurts even more because there’s nothing i can do.

After all I am a girl!!

Am scared of losing the love you have showered on me!!

I just wish to manage it all without showing it out,

All I can do is pray.

I pray and pray for you every day and every time

Sometimes it’s like you’re in front of me,

I look at the door and wait for you to appear.

Then I realize you’re not there,

And go back to feel all alone.

I love you so much you just don’t know,

You made me think why you haven’t born to me, as my son…

You have the true power to read my mind

Just when i need you the most.

I know i can rely on you

For support and encouragement,

And you’ve always having the power to make me

Feel good about myself… And life.

Your presence adds fragrance to my life

Your smiles make music everyday around me

Life just wouldn’t be the same without you…

And all the wonderful memories you’ve given me.

You know my positives and my negatives,

And you love me just the same.

This will never fade away

You made me think why i haven’t born to you, as your daughter…

No matter whatever you are,

You’ll always be my little brother…

Am wrong!!

You are more than a brother to me

Yes,

I feel the pain of your MOM!!

WOW she is great,

She had given birth to such a wonderful person!!

And DAD,

Who had brought you up as a kind heart person!!

You are my All Time Favorite

I’m so thankful I have a brother

Like you to count on.

Let happiness grows day by day around you

Burn & throw away the worries,

Go ahead to enjoy the new journey of life!!