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[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 1 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Which comes from the mustard greens that make mustard gas, iirc?

[–] fox@hexbear.net 12 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Mustard gas doesn't come from mustard plants

[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 7 points 2 weeks ago

You're right, according to Wikipedia,

Sulfur mustards are viscous liquids at room temperature and have an odor resembling mustard plants, garlic, or horseradish, hence the name.[3][4] When pure, they are colorless, but when used in impure forms, such as in warfare, they are usually yellow-brown. Mustard gases form blisters on exposed skin and in the lungs, often resulting in prolonged illness ending in death.[4]

Thanks for prompting a refresher.