We forgget that pretty girls can be bright and knowledgeable to, thanks fot reminding us Jadey28.
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Mustard "gas" will not crystalize. Mustard is a thick, syrupy substance that will break down into hydrocholoric acid and thiodiglycol when sodium hydroxide and water are added. This process is called hydroloysis. Mustard is dependant on pH and moisture and can remain active up to three years in soil. Mustard will not decompose until reaching the temperature of 300-351 degrees F.
and others concluded the mustard gas was "stored improperly," which made the gas "ineffective." ~ very misleading statement. Optimal conditions might not have existed, however, mustard doesn't 'deactivate' itself. For instance, if the mustard is stored in cold conditions, it will remain a solid substance, thus decreasing exposure to anyone. If mustard is stored in hot conditions, it will liquify (think runny syrup) yet remain stable.
Sorry, I deal with the Chemical Warfare Agents on a daily basis and I wanted to correct what the article had implied.
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