The Science Behind 3-1-1

Courtesy Evolution of Security  Mon, 05/19/2008 - 19:13

Over the weekend, Fox News published a story about the UK liquids plot.

Here’s an excerpt:

“Far-fetched as it sounds, bombs made from hydrogen peroxide and the breakfast powder drink Tang could have taken down seven planes bound for the U.S. and Canada - using flash cameras to trigger the explosions.

…The alleged plot, and the excellent police work that went into busting it, resulted in the tough carry-on restrictions passengers face before boarding an...


 

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