A toilet is filled with combustible materials and a lit cigarette to test the myth of exploding toilets, a claim dating back to the 1930s.
Synopsis
A toilet is filled with combustible materials and a lit cigarette to test the myth of exploding toilets, a claim dating back to the 1930s.
Synopsis
Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman return to the lab to tackle myths that have captivated audiences since the early days of MythBusters. They investigate whether a toilet can explode after being filled with combustibles and a lit cigarette. The duo also tests the claim that consuming poppy seeds can lead to a failed drug test and whether a cell phone can ignite a gas station. Each experiment employs scientific methods to validate or debunk these legendary stories.
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Why Watch
- Watch Adam and Jamie test the exploding toilet myth.
- See what happens when combustibles meet a lit cigarette.
- Find out how octopus pregnancy myths are debunked.
Did You Know
- The exploding toilet myth has been around since at least the 1930s.
- Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman have over 30 years of special effects experience.
- The hosts tested the myth by using a variety of combustible materials.
- Jamie reported that most of the tadpoles in their experiment were still alive after three days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What myth involves an exploding toilet?
The myth involves a scenario where combustibles are dumped into a toilet, and a lit cigarette is used, causing the toilet to explode.
Who are the hosts of Mythbusters?
The hosts mentioned are Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman.
What were the real killers for the frogs in the experiment?
The real killers for the frogs were acid and high temperature, which killed them in about 10 to 15 minutes.
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