Cryogenics is the branch of physics and engineering that studies the production and effects of extremely low temperatures, typically below -150°C (-238°F). The field involves the behavior of materials and systems at these temperatures, as well as the practical applications of cryogenics in various industries.
Applications of Cryogenics
Medical Field: Cryosurgery and cryotherapy use extreme cold to destroy diseased tissue, such as cancerous cells.
Food Industry: Cryogenic freezing is used for rapid freezing of perishable goods, preserving texture and nutritional content better than conventional freezing methods.
Space Exploration: Liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen are used as rocket propellants due to their high energy density and efficiency.
Electronics: Superconducting materials are used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines and in quantum computing.
Industrial Gases: Cryogenics plays a critical role in the production, storage, and transportation of industrial gases like liquid nitrogen and liquid oxygen.
