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The Hindenburg was filled with the element Hydrogen, which is extremely flammable. A spark ignited the hydrogen, which caused the skin of the zeppelin to burn furiously. The hydrogen fueled the inferno.
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∙ 12y agoAlthough the initial source of ignition is not known for sure, the hydrogen gas in the envelope caught fire and exploded.
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Why is the Hindenburg called the Hindenburg?
it was named after the late president of Germany, paul von Hindenburg
What is the name of the Hindenburg disaster blimp?
Hindenburg.
What was the Hindenburg?
the Hindenburg is an airship that exploded inMay 6, 1937
What is the Hindenburg mostly about?
the hindenburg is mostly about them dieing in EXTREME pain.
When did Hindenburg happen?
If you are referring to the explosion of the Hindenburg, it was on may 6, 1937.
In what state did the Hindenburg explode?
New Jersey on May 6 1937 and there are multiple reasons WHY the Hindenburg exploded.:)
Did the hindenburg explode?
The Hindenburg was filled with the element Hydrogen, which is extremely flammable. A spark ignited the hydrogen, which caused the skin of the zeppelin to burn furiously. The hydrogen fueled the inferno.
What is the Hindenburg and on what day did it explode?
The Hindenburg was a German passenger airship, named the LZ 129 Hindenburg. It was destroyed during its attempt to dock with its mooring mast at the Lakehurst Naval Air Station, which is located adjacent to the borough of Lakehurst, New Jersey. The disaster occurred on the 6th of May, 1937, the day was Thursday.
Did the explosion of the Hindenburg lead to the creation of the hydrogen bomb?
no!!!!!the Hindenburg did not explode. its aluminum painted skin caught fire from an electrostatic discharge. that fire ignited ordinary chemical hydrogen/oxygen fires as the lift gas bladders breached.no nuclear fusion was involved. not even a chemical explosion occurred.
Why is the Hindenburg called the Hindenburg?
it was named after the late president of Germany, paul von Hindenburg
What is the name of the Hindenburg disaster blimp?
Hindenburg.
What has the author Gert von Hindenburg written?
Gert von Hindenburg has written: 'Hindenburg, 1847-1934'
When did the hindenburg's sink?
The Hindenburg was a BLIMP not a boat. It did not sink.
Was the Hindenburg filled with hellium?
Hindenburg was filled with hydrogen.
What actors and actresses appeared in Hindenburg - 1934?
The cast of Hindenburg - 1934 includes: Paul von Hindenburg as himself
When was Preussen Hindenburg created?
Preussen Hindenburg was created in 1910.
When did Carl Hindenburg die?
Carl Hindenburg died in 1808.
