Common Myths That Have Been Debunked By Science

Water Doesn't Necessarily Conduct Electricity

Water itself is not conducive. It's the minerals and salts that become electrified if they are still present in the water at the time of electrocution. Pure or distilled water will not conduct electricity, no matter how hard you try.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.