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Trivia # 212: Naga jolokia I

23 October, 2013
Toxicological trivia from October 23, 2013: The Indian army believes that the pungency of its ground seeds of the bhut jolokia – a capsicum hybrid, growing around the banks of the Brahmaputra river, that is reputed to be 100 times hotter than a jalapeño – could be harnessed in smoke grenades against rioters or to flush out terrorists in confined spaces. The army said the weapon could also be used in aerosol sprays by women warding off attackers. It has gained a place in Guinness World Records, like: a) The hottest chili on the planet;b) The more toxic the planet pepper;c) Both are correct previous statements.
Trivia # 212: Naga jolokia I
Naga o bhut jolokia
Correct Answer a. Read more in  Spanish article: Chemical weapons based Indian Naga Jolokia or in The Guardian in english.
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