About this video
This SciShow episode tells the story of William Morton, a con man who popularized anesthesia but didn't invent it. He tried to hide the chemical he used and patent it under a different name. It's a fascinating look at medical history and honesty.
🧠 Quiz & Trivia
Test your knowledge after watching!
Q1 Who is the con man in this episode?
Answer: William Morton.
Q2 What chemical did he use for anesthesia?
Answer: Ether.
Q3 What name did he try to patent it under?
Answer: Letheon.
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