Subscribe | UPI Odd Newsletter Subscribe BEIJING, Jan. 27 (UPI) -- Scientists at China's Ministry of Science and Technology have fallen prey to pranksters who asked silly questions on the department's Web site. While the online pranksters proffered questions regarding the use of nuclear reactors in the average home, the amusing portion of the prank came when ministry scientists actually responded to the queries in a professional fashion. Advertisement China's official state-run news agency, Xinhua, said scientists attempted to offer serious answers to all the questions no matter how ridiculous the topic. "After years of private research, I have finally succeeded in producing nuclear reactors for household use. Where can I apply for patent?" one online posting asked. "By the way, I have been contacted several times by terrorists wanting to buy the reactors. What should I do?" the unidentified poster added. For those wondering the same thing, the scientists' answer was to contact the China Patent Information Center for additional information.
