Tumble Science Podcast for Kids How Do Toilets Work? [ENCORE]
Nov 22, 2023
Learn about the invention of toilets, the history of waste management, and the future of sanitation. Find out how toilets save lives and the potential of waste treatment to generate energy. Plus, listen for exciting birthday shoutouts and learn how to support the podcast on Patreon.
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Toilet Enthusiast
- Francis de los Reyes, a civil engineer, developed a fascination with toilets.
- He even has a collection of toilet pictures from his travels.
Toilet Mechanics
- Most modern toilets operate similarly using a water closet and an S-trap.
- The S-trap creates the flushing sound, siphons waste, and seals sewer gases.
Roman Restrooms
- Ancient Romans used communal toilets, discussing news and business while using them.
- They used a communal sponge on a stick for cleaning, rinsed in a small canal.