Ep 12. Phone Book Fiction
- TV-PG
- September 10, 2008
- 41 min
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7.8 (145)
The Mythbusters are back with season 6 episode 12 titled Phone Book Fiction! In this episode, the team tackles two myths related to phone books.
First up, the team decided to test if it is really possible to find a needle in a haystack, or rather, a phone book. To test this myth, they created a giant phone book and dumped it onto a field. They placed a needle randomly inside the book and tasked the team with finding it. Viewers will get to see the clever and creative ways the Mythbusters team goes about searching for the needle in a book that contains thousands of pages.
Next, the team tackled the myth that you can blow open a locked door with the power of a grenade. The team sets up an experiment where they use different types of explosives to try and blow open a locked door. They test the myth using a grenade, C4, and even liquid nitrogen. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they witness the sheer power of the explosions and the damage they cause.
In addition to these two myths, the episode also includes a series of smaller experiments related to phone books. For example, the Mythbusters team tests whether it is possible to rip a phone book in half using only the strength of their arms. They also investigate whether it is possible to dial a phone number by tapping a phone book's pages.
Throughout the episode, viewers will see the Mythbusters use their creative problem-solving skills to test these myths in ways you won't see anywhere else. They'll use high-speed cameras, make use of various types of explosives, and even enlist the help of a crane operator to lift the giant phone book.
Ultimately, viewers will find out whether it's possible to find a needle in a phone book and whether explosives can really blow open a locked door. They'll also learn some lesser-known phone book tricks along the way.
Overall, Mythbusters season 6 episode 12 is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone interested in science and experimentation. With its entertaining, fact-based approach, the show is sure to surprise and delight viewers. So tune in and find out for yourself whether these phone book myths are fact or fiction!