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In reply to the discussion: Nation Apparently Believed in Science at Some Point [View all]Major Nikon
(36,843 posts)28. Hydric acid is commonly used as an industrial solvent and is now in most food items
In most instances it doesn't have to be labeled even though it can be fatally toxic even in small doses. Andy Warhol died from it.
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Actually, interesting little fact, very little was invested in science and engineering up until...
Humanist_Activist
Aug 2016
#2
No. Chemicals minor effect compared to media / football / teach-to-test / strangling ed. funding.
Bernardo de La Paz
Aug 2016
#5
An empty post & nearly empty title. If you expect move us, you don't have a clue about science. nt
Bernardo de La Paz
Aug 2016
#25
I'd imagine close to 99% of all American believe national borders exist as well
LanternWaste
Aug 2016
#23
Hydric acid is commonly used as an industrial solvent and is now in most food items
Major Nikon
Aug 2016
#28
I read that a large portion of scientists used to be Republican back in the 60's.
Buckeye_Democrat
Aug 2016
#13
LOL! I'm not sure if that was tongue-in-cheek, but older science fiction...
Buckeye_Democrat
Aug 2016
#17