Understanding Tear Gas

Tear gas, often misunderstood as a gas, actually consists of tiny liquid droplets that cause intense pain and disorientation. The chemical CS, commonly used by law enforcement, triggers pain receptors in a way that can be exponentially more powerful than the sting of wasabi. Interviews reveal harrowing accounts from protesters who describe feelings of fear and helplessness when exposed, with one individual recalling a terrifying experience in a confined space where panic ensued, leading to physical injuries.