It is disturbing to me that so many of my Lighten Up colleagues openly mention in their blogs the use the chemical "Dihydrogen monoxide".  Not only do they mention it casually, they throw caution to the wind.  With reckless abandon at times, they openly praise the benefits of its heavy usage and urge others to use it heavily.  Are any of them possibly aware of the following?

Dihydrogen monoxide:

• is called "hydroxyl acid", this substance is the major component of acid rain.
• contributes to the "greenhouse effect".
• may cause severe burns.
• is fatal if inhaled.
• 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.

Happy April Fool's Day, everyone!  If you didn't already figure it out by now, Dihydrogen monoxide is "water" (H2O).