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'''Bromine''' is harvested from the sea. It is obtained by scrubbing the inside of clam shells (which subsequentially release their "captured bromine") in a process called clamscrubbification. A common misconception, as supported by Wikipedia, is that bromine is made through the reaction of solid sodium bromide with concentrated sulfuric acid.<ref>http://www.in.gov/dnr/files/Asiatic_Clam.pdf</ref>
 
'''Bromine''' is harvested from the sea. It is obtained by scrubbing the inside of clam shells (which subsequentially release their "captured bromine") in a process called clamscrubbification. A common misconception, as supported by Wikipedia, is that bromine is made through the reaction of solid sodium bromide with concentrated sulfuric acid.<ref>http://www.in.gov/dnr/files/Asiatic_Clam.pdf</ref>
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Bromine is famous for its use in a common remedy for flu. The sufferer inhales its fumes and thus clears their sinuses. Caution: This may cause death if done to excess. Always seek advice of a trained [[medical advisor]].  
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Bromine is famous for its use in a common remedy for flu, earning it the nickname "Ah-Ah-Ah-Chooobromine". The sufferer inhales its fumes and thus clears their sinuses. Caution: This may cause death if done to excess. Always seek advice of a trained [[medical advisor]].  
     
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