• samus12345@lemmy.world
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          1 year ago

          “Aluminum” at least has 1 less syllable. But I usually just say “foil.” What else would I be talking about in that context?

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            1 year ago

            “Aluminum” at least has 1 less syllable. But I usually just say “foil.” What else would I be talking about in that context?

            a·lu·mi·num

            tin·foil

            (Sorry for the ‘ackshully’, but couldn’t resist.)

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                1 year ago

                Didn’t even realize that was a word until I looked it up.

                the chemical element of atomic number 13, a light silvery-gray metal.

                Not sure how that relates in a conversation about tinfoil hats usage but sure why not.

                I’m sure the composition of the devices has a significant performance impact on their effectiveness, worthy of discussion. :p