In this electrifying episode of "The Short Answer," presented by ScienceABC, we dive into a question that has enthralled movie enthusiasts and curious minds for years: "Can A Cigarette Ignite Gasoline?" We've all seen the dramatic scenes in movies where a flicked cigarette leads to a fiery explosion, but how much of this is Hollywood magic, and how much is rooted in reality?

Join us as we unravel the science behind the scenes. We'll explore the combustion properties of cigarettes and gasoline, delve into real-world research, and debunk the myths that fuel these explosive cinematic moments. Can a cigarette really set off a blaze, or is it all just smoke and mirrors? Tune in to find out!

Music Credits:

The Epic Cinema Trailer by OddVision https://elements.envato.com/the-epic-cinema-trailer-CT2JFCW

The Documentary by MusicStock https://elements.envato.com/the-documentary-V73SXHE

For Documentary by MarbleSpace https://elements.envato.com/for-documentary-NHSF3HK

References:

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10694-013-0380-3

https://doi.org/10.1016/s1355-0306(96)72611-4

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scijus.2010.10.002

Original Article Link:

https://www.scienceabc.com/eyeopeners/can-cigarette-ignite-light-puddle-gasoline-fire.html

Voice Over Artist:

John Staughton (https://www.fiverr.com/jswildwood )

Intro by: Natasha/elevenlabs.io

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