Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, January 21, 2015, 1:31 PM
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Mysterious bird-killing goo found on Peninsula
Original post made on Jan 21, 2015
Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, January 21, 2015, 1:31 PM
Comments (3)
Posted by shocked
a resident of Old Mountain View
on Jan 21, 2015 at 2:10 pm
a resident of Old Mountain View
on Jan 21, 2015 at 2:10 pm
I'm pretty shocked that science has no way to identify this chemical, other than that it is not petroleum. Is it some how confusing scientific instruments? Or are the wrong people studying it?
Posted by Patience
a resident of Old Mountain View
on Jan 21, 2015 at 9:18 pm
a resident of Old Mountain View
on Jan 21, 2015 at 9:18 pm
"... shocked that science has no way to identify this chemical, other than that it is not petroleum."
But you read no such claim at all. This is a forensic qualitative chemical analysis for a mystery that just broke the news. If it's like others, it will use a number of analysis methods in out-of-town facilities (where it may have to take its turn with other cases deemed urgent). Unlike on TV, these things don't always happen within 60 minutes. Be patient.
Posted by Bruce England
a resident of Whisman Station
on Jan 22, 2015 at 9:43 am
a resident of Whisman Station
on Jan 22, 2015 at 9:43 am
It's not mentioned in the article, but Wildlife Emergency Services is accepting donations to help with expenses related to the rescue effort.
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