Knowing the properties of $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ and $\mathrm{D}_2 \mathrm{O}$, do you think that $\mathrm{D}_2 \mathrm{O}$ can be used for drinking purposes?

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Knowing the properties of $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ and $\mathrm{D}_2 \mathrm{O}$, do you think that $\mathrm{D}_2 \mathrm{O}$ can be used for drinking purposes?,

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Heavy water is injurious to human beings, plants and animals since it slows down the rates of reactions occurring in them. Thus, heavy water does not support life so well as does ordinary water.

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