Why does boiling something in water make it soft but “boiling” something in oil make it crispy?

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What causes frying something to be crispy as opposed to boiling it?

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Hot Oil makes water go away(less water=crispy), hot water puts water in(more water =soggy).

Note, once ALL water is gone, oil can saturate and be extra nasty.

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