Why the restrictions on fluids on airplanes?

Question

I know the restrictions are for our protections, so I'm more than happy to oblige. I'm just curious as to what is so dangerous about fluids.

Thanks in advance!

Answer 1

Because some people tried to blow up an airplane using explosives that looked like water.

Answer 2

because fluids can easily be mixed to make explosive and/or combustable materials which could blow up the plane

Answer 3

The story behind the restriction was kept secret for months, and we're just finding out now.

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