By: Nikita Nikhil
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Ever stood at airport security and wondered why your bottled water suddenly became a problem? Turns out, there is a serious reason behind this global flight rule.
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The 100ml rule was introduced to prevent liquid explosives from being carried onto the plane in containers like water bottles or shampoo.
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The rule became official after a 2006 attempted terror attack where a terrorist group tried to smuggle hydrogen peroxide to turn them into bombs.
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Large amounts of liquid make it harder for security scanners to scan explosives quickly and efficiently. Small quantities are easier to scan.
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Experts say that anything below 100ml does not carry the same level of danger. That is why tiny bottles are okay for hand luggage on flights.
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You can still carry liquids over 100ml in your checked luggage. However, this won't be possible in your hand baggage due to security risks.
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