Big Rig Myths
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Part of the "MythBusters" series. In "Exploding Tire of Death," Adam and Jamie try to find out if an exploding truck tire can kill. Meanwhile, Kari, Tory, and Grant investigate another fuel efficiency fable. Accessibility options on the DVD are: (1) expanded description, (2) English subtitles in a black box.
Media Details
Runtime: 52 minutes
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Physics, Science Experiments, Science Methods
- Grade/Interest Level: 6 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2007
- Producer/Distributor: Discovery Education
- Series: MythBusters
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Excellent using modern entertaining well known show to teach safety around big rig trucks, but also on personal cars. If maintenance isn't done an accident or death can occur--take care of your vehicles!