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Old Aug 15, 2006 | 11:17 am
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Originally Posted by high_flyer
Exactly. Saddly, I guess the "end" thought is that a few chlorine tablets coupled with an acid substance like vinegar, would cause a very dangerous reaction with the potential release of chlorine gas.

I guess the TSA could post something that said "We're all screwed" but I don't think it would be too popular.
Those chlorine tablets would work equally well with a cup of soda or most juices available on the plane. No reason that there would have to be a liquid brought on-board for that.
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