I can't understand how some of my coworkers are allowed to work at a scientific research institution with how stupid they are.

Someone accidentally started a phosphorous fire today. Not only is it impossible to extinguish it with water, you can't even smother it. Phosphorous is pyrophoric; it ignites upon contact with air. As soon as you remove the cover, it starts on fire immediately. Even if you dissolve it with specialist chemicals, you still have to let it burn out.

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abe182 · 51-55, M

Even I knew that. Such dumbasses!

BlueMetalChick · 31-35, F

@abe182 Idiot thought it was a good idea to put it under a fume hood.

abe182 · 51-55, M

@BlueMetalChick OMG 🤭🔥

2cool4school · 46-50, F

@abe182 so do most high school chemistry students. Not really impressive. 🥱

BlueMetalChick · 31-35, F

@2cool4school Most high school graduates can't even spell correctly. People are exceptionally stupid.

eli1601 · 70-79, M

@BlueMetalChick Even with spell check?

2cool4school · 46-50, F

@BlueMetalChick not in my area.

BlueMetalChick · 31-35, F

@2cool4school Where are you from?

2cool4school · 46-50, F

@BlueMetalChick west coast.

BlueMetalChick · 31-35, F

@2cool4school My only experiences on the West Coast were in Los Angeles. Everyone I met was exceptionally dull. I hear San Francisco is a lot better, as well as Seattle.

2cool4school · 46-50, F

@BlueMetalChick good for you.