Toilet Innovations
The evolution of the modern toilet is highlighted through key inventions like the floating ballcock and the U bend, both credited to Thomas. While the slang terms associated with toilets have intriguing origins, their connection to Thomas is more coincidental than direct. The widespread adoption of flush toilets lagged behind their invention, requiring advancements in plumbing and sewer systems that only became common in the early 20th century.In this clip
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