>Dihydrogen monoxide:
>
>is also known as hydroxyl acid, and is the major component of acid rain.
>contributes to the "greenhouse effect".
>may cause severe burns.
>contributes to the erosion of our natural landscape.
>accelerates corrosion and rusting of many metals.
>may cause electrical failures and decreased effectiveness of automobile brakes.
>has been found in excised tumors of terminal cancer patients.
>Despite the danger, dihydrogen monoxide is often used:
>
>as an industrial solvent and coolant.
>in nuclear power plants.
>in the production of styrofoam.
>as a fire retardant.
>in many forms of cruel animal research.
>in the distribution of pesticides. Even after washing, produce remains contaminated by this chemical.
>as an additive in certain "junk-foods" and other food products.
>
>is also known as hydroxyl acid, and is the major component of acid rain.
>contributes to the "greenhouse effect".
>may cause severe burns.
>contributes to the erosion of our natural landscape.
>accelerates corrosion and rusting of many metals.
>may cause electrical failures and decreased effectiveness of automobile brakes.
>has been found in excised tumors of terminal cancer patients.
>Despite the danger, dihydrogen monoxide is often used:
>
>as an industrial solvent and coolant.
>in nuclear power plants.
>in the production of styrofoam.
>as a fire retardant.
>in many forms of cruel animal research.
>in the distribution of pesticides. Even after washing, produce remains contaminated by this chemical.
>as an additive in certain "junk-foods" and other food products.
