BUSTING 1,000 MYTHS IN 24 HOURS!
Stokes Twins・16 minutes read
A 24-hour myth-busting marathon tests various myths, including a human getting caught in a super-sized glue trap and a helmet's protection from a fall. Other myths explored range from watermelons bouncing on trampolines to Disneyland pumping sweet smells to attract visitors.
Insights
- MythBusters are conducting a 24-hour marathon to debunk 1,000 myths, including testing if a human can get stuck in a super-sized glue trap using 1,000 lb of rodent glue.
- Through various experiments, MythBusters have confirmed myths such as McDonald's burgers and Twinkies not lasting indefinitely, as mold on the cheese and moisture on the Twinkie showcase their perishable nature, challenging common misconceptions.
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Recent questions
Can a watermelon bounce off a trampoline?
Yes
Do Disneyland parks pump out sweet smells?
No
Can a helmet protect from a 100 ft fall?
No
Is it safe to drink from school water fountains?
No
Can a super-sized glue trap catch a human?
Yes
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Summary
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Myth Busting Marathon: 1,000 Myths Debunked
- 1,000 myths are being busted in 24 hours after 6 months of preparation.
- The first myth tested involves a super-sized glue trap catching a human using 1,000 lb of rodent glue.
- A challenge is set for individuals to see if they can get stuck in the glue trap to win $2,000.
- Testing if a helmet can truly protect from a fall by dropping from 100 ft, resulting in the head coming off.
- The myth that a watermelon can't bounce off a trampoline is tested.
- Underwater myths are explored, including reactions to food and drinks underwater.
- Disneyland myths are tested, like bringing a horse into the theme park.
- Demonstrating how to separate egg yolk from egg white using a water bottle.
- Testing if Disneyland pumps out sweet smells to attract people to their candy shop.
- Checking school water fountains for bacteria levels, advising against drinking from them.
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Sean defies straight jackets, McDonald's food myths
- Straight jackets cannot contain someone like Sean, as sitting on a flame did not help him escape, proving the myth confirmed.
- McDonald's burgers and Twinkies do not last indefinitely, as evidenced by mold on the cheese and the Twinkie still being moist, confirming the myth that they don't go bad.
