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Monday, June 7, 1999

Dihydrogen monoxide: Ban or use it? 

 
New York: "Should we ban the chemical dihydrogen monoxide? Here are the facts: it is a principal ingredient of many pesticide and herbicide preparations. In the gaseous state it causes severe burns.

When inhaled it is usually fatal. It is used in nuclear reactors and in the production of nuclear weapons. It is found in tobacco. It is the principle ingredient in smog. It is found in acid rain. It is responsible for more deaths worldwide than any other chemical.

It is a greenhouse gas and contributes to global warming. The solid form is responsible for numerous maritime and aviation disasters. The solid form kills trees and other vegetation. It corrodes most metals. It causes soil erosion of valuable crop land and wilderness areas.

It impairs the function of automobile brakes and contribute to accidents. Should we ban this chemical? You decide." What is dihydrogen monoxide? Water, of course.

(thebullsandbears.com)

Copyright © 1999 Indian Express Newspapers (Bombay) Ltd.


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