Somehow looks more lifelike than the real thing.

I am doubtful this is true… are there any other sources?

Honest question, maybe this is silly, but what acid would be unable to eat through a water balloon, but still strong enough to eat through automotive paint?

Edit: lots of great answers below, if you’re taking notes. 😉

Archive link to original Atlantic article here

“I need to retard the timing on my carburetor because it’s suddenly 1973 again”

They also emit real photons. 🤯