Can a Magnifying Glass Destroy Ant-Man?

Since his debut in the MCU, Ant-Man has grown to be one of the most valuable Avengers, even playing a crucial role in Endgame. However, even with his extraordinary skillset and powers, could the pint-sized super hero be destroyed by a simple magnifying glass like his insect namesake? Kyle takes a closer look in this week's episode of Because Science! More science: http://nerdist.com/topic/science-tech/ Watch more Because Science: http://nerdi.st/BecSci Follow Kyle Hill:   / sci_phile   Follow us on FB:   / becausescience   Follow us on Twitter:   / becausescience   Follow us on Instagram:   / becausescience   Follow Nerdist:   / nerdist   Because Science every Thursday. Learn More: SQUARE CUBE LAW: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Square%... THE POWER OF A MAGNIFYING GLASS: https://mathscinotes.wordpress.com/20... SPECIFIC HEATS OF SOLIDS: https://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/sp... PHYSICAL CONSTANTS FOR FORENSIC INVESTIGATORS: https://www.tcforensic.com.au/docs/ar... CONVEX LENS DIAGRAMS: https://www.a-levelphysicstutor.com/o... WHY DON’T LENSES VIOLATE THERMODYNAMICS? https://www.askamathematician.com/201... FIRE FROM MOONLIGHT: https://what-if.xkcd.com/145/