What If: Science, Theory, and Possibilities

Spending 24 Hours in a Hot Spring

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Spa days are the ultimate relaxation retreat. Many people enjoy soaking in warm pools or natural hot springs. But what happens if you immerse yourself in a hot spring for an entire day? Could a 24-hour soak leave you looking like a prune, or might it overheat your internal organs?


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        00:00: Hot springs
        01:35: Temperature
        02:26: Heat effects
        03:44: Risks

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