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MythBusters S3E16 — Chinese Invasion Alarm
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MythBusters•Season 3•Episode 16

Chinese Invasion Alarm

7.2/10 · 170 votesOct 19, 2005

Ranked #16 of 20 in Season 3•−0.2 vs season avg

Discussion

Is an ancient Chinese text alluding to a subterranean sonar system that could apparently detect and intercept an invasion from below true? Is the five-second rule for food really safe to eat?

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Episode Summary

"Chinese Invasion Alarm" is episode 16 of MythBusters season 3. It scored 7.2/10 from 170 votes, ranking #16 of 20 episodes this season (season average 7.4). It aired on October 19, 2005.

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