Capacitors do explode, when they're subjected to voltages grater than their rated voltage or have failed in some way that even a small voltage produces a short between the electrodes. Just don't try this at home though, the fumes from the explosion are toxic.
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Capacitors do explode, when they're subjected to voltages grater than their rated voltage or have failed in some way that even a small voltage produces a short between the electrodes. Just don't try this at home though, the fumes from the explosion are toxic.