why is the mud, spewing from the Java drilling mishap of 2006, toxic?

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why is the mud, spewing from the Java drilling mishap of 2006, toxic?

2007-02-24 00:46:22 · 2 answers · asked by steve b 5 in Environment

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It contains dissolved sulphur dioxide. See the attached link

2007-02-24 00:53:49 · answer #1 · answered by davidbgreensmith 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Its not that toxic but it is smothering all the plants and animals. It doesn't smell nice and that is probably sulphur compounds associated with volcanic vents. It probably would poison sensitive sea creatures which is why it hasn't been diverted into the sea yet.

2007-02-24 08:53:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋