Episode

How Does The Toilet Work? – Physics & Engineering for Kids

Podcast: STEM with Dr. Owl
Published: Jun 1, 2026
Duration seconds: 671
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Learn the engineering and physics behind how toilets work, from gravity-powered flushes to hidden trapways. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy the Robot as they answer a listener question and discover why the toilet is not a porcelain spaceship. Find out how a tiny water float acts as a bathroom lifeguard to keep your house clean and safe! Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: PS2.A – Forces and Motion