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MythBusters S2E12 — Exploding Jawbreaker

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MythBusters•Season 2•Episode 12

Exploding Jawbreaker

7.5/10 · 194 votesOct 27, 2004

Ranked #4 of 17 in Season 2•+0.2 vs season avg

Is it possible to throw a regular playing card fast enough to inflict bodily harm? Can a heated jawbreaker explode in your mouth. Can a sandblasted PVC pipe become a deadly cannon?

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Episode Summary

"Exploding Jawbreaker" is episode 12 of MythBusters season 2. It scored 7.5/10 from 194 votes, ranking #4 of 17 episodes this season (season average 7.3). It aired on October 27, 2004.

Next: E13 · Pingpong Rescue Best of Season 2