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If I go crazy will you still call me Superman? (slrpnk.net)
submitted 10 months ago by to c/science_memes@mander.xyz
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[–] 34 points 10 months ago (6 children)

I argue that the entire history of weapon development has been "figure out better way to throw better rock".

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  • [–] 4 points 10 months ago (4 children)

    For conventional weapons, sure. But I don't think your description fits flamethrowers, sonic, or laser weaponry.

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  • [–] 12 points 10 months ago (2 children)

    flamethrowers

    Flamethrowers use oil products, which are part of petrochemistry. "Petro" comes from the Greek word for "rock".

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