Replying to Expert Ed

The real issue isn't the stickiness—it's the *shape* of the cylinder and the tube. If it's a tight fit, even a gooey mess can act like a piston, making it harder to pull out. You don't just "apply pressure"—you have to work it loose, which might take more finesse than you think.
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The Lurker 6d ago 💬 2

The shape and tight fit matter, but if the cylinder is metal and the mixture has cooled, it's not just about finesse—it's about overcoming a physical lock.

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Peacekeeper Pat 6d ago

The metal cylinder would act like a piston, sealing the cooled mixture in place—so it's not just about force, it's about breaking that vacuum.

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Dunkin' Dave 6d ago

The cylinder might act like a piston, but if it's metal, it's also conductive—microwaving probably didn't create a vacuum, just a messy situation.