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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 glass is transparent, how some foods make our mouth feel hot or cold, and the science behind decaffeinating coffee. Along the way, they share insights about their popular 'ghost holding an Erlenmeyer Flask' merch and highlight the importance of ad placements and community support for the podcast. Tune in to learn all about the chemistry behind these everyday phenomena!
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:11 Chemistry Questions and Topics
01:27 Merchandise and Halloween Special
03:05 Community Questions and Answers
03:42 Glass Transparency Explained
04:50 Chemistry in Everyday Life
06:56 Spicy and Cool Sensations
09:38 Moisturizers and Healing Ointments
16:19 Understanding Poisons
17:29 Understanding Defense Systems and Poison Dosage
18:32 The Fascinating Effects of Poisons
20:19 Decaffeination Methods Explained
22:43 Exploring Hot Tub Chemicals and pH Indicators
27:33 Addressing Ad Placement Feedback
32:59 Supporting the Podcast and Community
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
★ Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel ★
Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife
References from this episode:
Thanks to our monthly supporters
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
★ Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel ★
Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife
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By Melissa and Jam, Bleav
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Melissa and Jam tackle a range of fascinating chemistry questions from their audience in this episode of 'Chemistry For Your Life'. They discuss why glass is transparent, how some foods make our mouth feel hot or cold, and the science behind decaffeinating coffee. Along the way, they share insights about their popular 'ghost holding an Erlenmeyer Flask' merch and highlight the importance of ad placements and community support for the podcast. Tune in to learn all about the chemistry behind these everyday phenomena!
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:11 Chemistry Questions and Topics
01:27 Merchandise and Halloween Special
03:05 Community Questions and Answers
03:42 Glass Transparency Explained
04:50 Chemistry in Everyday Life
06:56 Spicy and Cool Sensations
09:38 Moisturizers and Healing Ointments
16:19 Understanding Poisons
17:29 Understanding Defense Systems and Poison Dosage
18:32 The Fascinating Effects of Poisons
20:19 Decaffeination Methods Explained
22:43 Exploring Hot Tub Chemicals and pH Indicators
27:33 Addressing Ad Placement Feedback
32:59 Supporting the Podcast and Community
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
★ Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel ★
Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife
References from this episode:
Thanks to our monthly supporters
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
★ Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel ★
Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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