Due to the strong pressure of water during discharge, splashes and fog are formed. Scientists warn that this smoke also contains particles of feces, viruses, fungi and bacteria.
Experts from the University of Colorado found that such a smoke can reach a height of more than 1.5 m in just 8 seconds. The particles in it move at a speed of 0.2 m/s.
But can a toilet seat protect you from these pathogens? Experts from University College Cork conducted an experiment and found that it can reduce the emission of harmful particles into the air by up to 60%.
There was also an increased concentration of bacteria in the splashes when the lid was closed, and microdroplets in the air persisted three times longer than when the drain was unclosed.
It turns out that a closed toilet seat doesn’t provide 100% protection against dangerous particles flying into the air, but we still breathe in less bacteria.
Source: Ferra
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