Top 10 Science Hoaxes

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Nobody's perfect, even scientists get duped (or try and dupe others). Here we've gathered the top 10 science hoaxes of all time.

Top 10 Science Hoaxes
You might know about Piltdown Man, but what about the deadly cake?

Top 10 Mad Scientists
The original Dr. Evil.

Top 10 Mating Rituals
No gin fizzes necessary!

Top 10 Deadly Diseases
What are the most common, but deadliest, diseases?

Top 10 Useless Body Parts
Anyone who's had a wisdom tooth pulled will know what we mean.

Top 10 Accidental Inventions
When whoops! really works out for the best.