Touching Lava without getting burned - Video

Have you ever wondered how this guy is able to touch molten metal without getting burned? The reason for this is very simple. You see, this is called the Leidenfrost effect. If water comes in contact with an extremely hot surface, it forms a new layer that acts as a protective barrier, keeping the water and the hot surface from touching directly. This is why stunt performers are able to graciously walk on burned charcoal without getting hurt. And when the guy' touched the molten steel, the sweat and moisture in his hand prevented him from getting burned.