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What sparks the mystery of static electricity?

Episode 223

Melissa and Jam delve into the intricate phenomenon of static electricity. They discuss their own experiences with static shocks and static cling, pa…

6 months, 4 weeks ago

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What to Use and Avoid in the Kitchen: 3 Tips From a Chemist

Melissa and Jam discuss the top three kitchen products and habits Melissa avoids and loves based on her expertise in chemistry. She advises against u…

7 months ago

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How does Poo-Pourri prevent unpleasant smells?

Episode 222

Melissa and Jam discuss the chemistry behind Poopourri Toilet Spray. Melissa explains how the spray works by forming a non-polar oil layer on top of …

7 months, 1 week ago

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How do odor absorbers work?

Episode 72

#072 Rebroadcast

You know what they say, everyone's experienced odors, and 99.99% of all odors smell. We have room sprays, candles, air fresheners, e…

7 months, 2 weeks ago

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Are your lips being tricked by chapstick?

Episode 221

Melissa and Jam delve into the science behind lip balm, investigating whether products like Chapstick and Burt's Bees are beneficial or if they could…

7 months, 3 weeks ago

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Ask a Chemist: Why is glass clear? (and other questions)

Melissa and Jam tackle a range of fascinating chemistry questions from their audience in this episode of 'Chemistry For Your Life'. They discuss why …

8 months ago

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Does lotion really hydrate dry skin?

Episode 220

Melissa and Jam discuss the science behind moisturizers and how they help with dry skin. The conversation covers the role of occlusives like petroleu…

8 months, 1 week ago

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What are shooting stars?

Episode 219

Melissa and Jam explore the science behind shooting stars, unraveling the chemistry that turns space rocks into brilliant streaks of light in our nig…

8 months, 2 weeks ago

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How do glowsticks glow?

Episode 67

#067 Rebroadcast (Originally Aired October 2020)

Guess what time of year it is. It's spooky time! One thing we see a lot of during this time of year,…

8 months, 3 weeks ago

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What makes fireflies glow?

Episode 218

Melissa and Jam delve into the fascinating chemistry behind fireflies' bioluminescence. They explore how fireflies produce light through a complex se…

9 months ago

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