Introduction: The Need for Speed and Nitromethane In the high-stakes world of motorsports, the quest for speed is a never-ending pursuit. At the heart of this adrenaline-fueled chase lies a seemingly unassuming chemical compound: nitromethane. This colorless, oily liquid is the lifeblood of top-fuel dragsters, powering these behemoths to speeds exceeding 330 mph in a mere 3.6 seconds. The...