Who are college students these days.

[Jae Williams]

A survey recently was taken at NOTRE DAME University about banning the chemical dihydrogenmonoxide (DHMO). (I know, we've been through this before.)

The study claimed that DHMO was found to be a major component of sewer waste...

that in its vapor form it was a major contributor to greenhouse gases...

that, if inhaled, it could be fatal...

that in its vapor form in could cause sever burns...

DHMO is present in mose, if not all, forms of cancer...

if ingested it could cause sweating and excessive urination...

there have been studies concerning the presence of DHMO in our nation's milk supply...

it is corrosive to metals...

it is a major component in the acid of car batteries...

Do favor banning this chemical?

In a Chem I class 59% favored a ban based solely on this type of presentation.

In a Chem II class 86% were in favor of a ban.

They never attempted to determine exactly what is "dihydrogenmonoxide".

In 1955, my high school physics class was presented with a similar study and we caught on within a few seconds as to what the study was about.

What has happened to education?

And in case you haven't figured out what dihydrogenmonoxide is...


I ain't gonna tell you.

[Larry D. Kage]

Ban Dihydrogen Monoxide!
The Invisible Killer

The coalition to ban dihydromonoxide warns about this ubiquitous chemical.
Dihydrogen monoxide is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and kills uncounted thousands of people every year. Most of these deaths are caused by accidental inhalation of DHMO, but the dangers of dihydrogen monoxide do not end there.
Prolonged exposure to its solid form causes severe tissue damage. Symptoms of DHMO ingestion can include excessive sweating and urination, and possibly a bloated feeling, nausea, vomiting and body electrolyte imbalance. For those who have become dependent, DHMO withdrawal means certain death.
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.

Contamination Is Reaching Epidemic Proportions!

Quantities of dihydrogen monoxide have been found in almost every stream, lake, and reservoir in America today. But the pollution is global, and the contaminant has even been found in Antarctic ice. DHMO has caused millions of dollars of property damage in the midwest, and recently California.
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.
Companies dump waste DHMO into rivers and the ocean, and nothing can be done to stop them because this practice is still legal. The impact on wildlife is extreme, and we cannot afford to ignore it any longer!

The Horror Must Be Stopped!

The American government has refused to ban the production, distribution, or use of this damaging chemical due to its "importance to the economic health of this nation." In fact, the navy and other military organizations are conducting experiments with DHMO, and designing multi-billion dollar devices to control and utilize it during warfare situations. Hundreds of military research facilities receive tons of it through a highly sophisticated underground distribution network. Many store large quantities for later use.

It's Not Too Late!

Act NOW to prevent further contamination. Find out more about this dangerous chemical. What you don't know can hurt you and others throughout the world.

COLLOQUIAL NOMENCLATURE OF DIHYDROGEN MONOXIDE

The dihydrogen monoxide molecule is composed of two atoms of hydrogen and one atom of oxygen.
Its chemical formula is notated by scientists as H2O.
But most folks just call it water...

[Jae Williams]

Oh, horrors!!! The world may soon come to an end if this insidious plague is not brought under control!!!

[Jae Williams]

Wait a minute...water?

WATER? you say???

Well then, never mind...

[Dominic J. Maricic]

I don't see any mention of the number of people that fall and kill themselves each year or get in car accidents because of the chemical either!

[Jae Williams]

Originally Posted by dmaricic

I don't see any mention of the number of people that fall and kill themselves each year or get in car accidents because of the chemical either!

I its solid state, of course...

[Dominic J. Maricic]

Even in it's liquid state it can mix with common oil and create dangerous driving conditions for idiotic Californians who speed in any condition.

[Jae Williams]

[quote=dmaricic;509571]Even in it's liquid state it can mix with common oil and create dangerous driving conditions for idiotic Californians who speed in any condition.[/quote]

I don't relate to that. You see, Ohio drivers never, never ever, speed under any conditions.

[Dominic J. Maricic]

All those wide open spaces and no speeding? Hmmmm

[Jae Williams]

We drive Yugos only.