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Back to SearchIs freezing point *actually* real?
Episode 154
#154
When you're young in science class, you probably learned the phrase "freezing point," but is that even a thing? Is there a specific temperature …
3 years ago
How do thermoses keep coffee hot?
Episode 33
#033 Rebroadcast
That's right, we are sort of talking about coffee this week. Or rather, how to keep it hot. Nowadays we all have some version of a t…
3 years, 1 month ago
Is "dry cleaning" actually dry?
Episode 153
#153
Whether you're a frequent customer of the dry cleaner or not, you've probably wondered, "why is it called dry cleaning? How could it be dry?" So…
3 years, 1 month ago
Bonus: How do semi-permanent tattoos work?
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 39
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about fero fluids, semi per…
3 years, 1 month ago
What do pine trees and jet fuel have in common?
Episode 152
#152
Well we've just finished that time of the year, the time when some of us bring pine trees into our homes to hang out with us for a few weeks. So…
3 years, 1 month ago
How do snowflakes form and look so cool?
Episode 23
#023 Rebroadcast
This week, Melissa and Jam explore the wintery chemistry of snowflakes. How do they form? How are they all unique? How do they look…
3 years, 2 months ago
What happens to coffee when it cools down?
Episode 151
#151
If you drink coffee, then you know that it starts to taste super different as it goes from hot to cold. Is it just the change in temperature tha…
3 years, 2 months ago
Bonus: Why does tupperware stain from pasta? (and other questions)
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 38
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about amino acids, chemistr…
3 years, 2 months ago
What do peppermints and cigarettes have in common?
Episode 150
#150
Peppermints. They seem innocent enough right? But if that's the case, then what common thread do they share with cigarettes? Don't worry, it's n…
3 years, 2 months ago
Why do foods turn brown when we cook them?
Episode 17
#017 Rebroadcast
This week Melissa and Jam explore some of the chemistry behind cooking. What happens when you sear a steak? What's going on when yo…
3 years, 2 months ago