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Accidental Inventions of the 20th Century, Part One: Penicillin, X-Rays and the Microwave Oven

Ridiculous History

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Serendipity in Innovation

This chapter examines the fascinating stories behind several accidental inventions of the 20th century, including the microwave oven and X-rays. It emphasizes the unexpected nature of these discoveries and their profound impact on everyday life, sprinkled with humor about astronauts and their food.

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