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Re: [Phys-l] Electrocution in Bathtub - Hollywood style



Forum for Physics Educators <phys-l@carnot.physics.buffalo.edu> writes:
I have seen this in at least three Hollywood movies; electrocuting
someone in a bathtub or in a similar situation by throwing a powered-on
electric appliance such a toaster in the water. I don't believe this
would ordinarily electrocute the person in the bathtub; will it?

Check out "MythBusters". They tested this exact thing...


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