Ohliger,+Kieran



I didn't find the Polymers on the Field as interesting as some of my colleagues. Call me crazy but I like to read about explosions and what not in my chemistry articles. Having said that, it is kind of cool how we can relate chemistry to almost everything we do in life. I guess this is thanks to the non-explosive genre of chemistry. This article discussed our turf on the athletic field, and what is made of. I found the part about the Mondo track and how it is the track that they use for the Olympics. I thought that made our track seem pretty official. I also learned that the little rubber pieces are parts of unused tires. I think it would be even better if we used old tires because then we could recycle and be a little more green, as well as cut down on the cost of replacing the tire shreds when they get low in the field. I enjoy our field, and I thank all of the wonderful chemists who make having that field possible!

Kieran, Thanks for your honesty. :) I see you picked out at least one interesting fact. 5 stars. MW