This week we discuss the chemistry behind what we wear. Many modern fabrics include synthetic materials, and these synthetics would not be possible without chemistry.

SHOW CLOCK

00:00 Opening Credits

00:31 Introduction

01:00 Element of the Week: Aluminum

03:20 Leather Tanning in India

08:18 Chemistry in Your Cupboard: Pantyhose

11:02 Robert’s Farewell

11:20 Quote: Mark Twain

11:33 Closing Credits

CREDITS

Special thanks to Erin McLeary, Jean Parker, and Jennifer Dionisio for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.