D'oh! Elon Musk Proves The Simpsons Wrong

Space X and Tesla Motors Inc TSLA founder Elon Musk tweeted about his appearance on Sunday’s episode of "The Simpsons" where Lisa Simpson ponders why Musk, known for his investments in battery and solar power, burns so much rocket fuel.

Musk tweeted why, unlike in Tesla's cars, Space X does not use electric-powered rockets:

Continuing the physics lesson:

Musk also addressed alternative forms of propulsion:

Lastly, Musk noted that some options would also lead to disaster: