Don't Panic Geocast

Episode 402 - "Shoes in a dryer on turbo"


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Ever wondered how silver journeys from ancient rock formations to the tech in your pocket? In this episode of Don't Panic Geocast, we dig deep into the fascinating world of silver—the metal that's shaped economies, inspired legends, and powers modern technology. From its formation in Earth’s crust to the precise science of extraction and refining, we’ll explore how silver’s unique properties make it indispensable in everything from solar panels to medical tools. Tune in to learn why this shiny element is more valuable—and more complicated—than you might think!

  • Hydrothermal Ore Deposits - Earth Science Reviews
  • Geology of Silver - US Geological Survey
  • Sedimentary Ore Deposits - Journal of Geology
  • Mining Methods - Open Pit and Underground - Minerals Education Coalition
  • Underground Mining Techniques and Risks - World Coal Association
  • Froth Flotation Process - Journal of Chemical Engineering
  • The Leaching Process in Silver Extraction - Environmental Chemistry
  • Merrill-Crowe Process for Silver Recovery - Mining Engineering
  • Electrowinning Process in Silver Extraction - Metallurgy and Mining Review
  • Smelting and Refining of Silver - International Smelting Association
  • Electrolytic Refining of Silver - American Journal of Chemistry
  • Conductivity of Silver in Electronics - IEEE Transactions on Electrical Engineering
  • Silver in Solar Panels - Solar Energy Journal
  • Medical Applications of Silver - The Lancet
  • History of Silver in Currency - Economic History Journal
  • The Role of Silver in Photography - Journal of Photographic Science
  • Economic Significance of Silver - World Silver Survey
  • Environmental Impacts of Silver Mining - Environmental Science & Technology
  • Supply and Demand of Silver - International Silver Council
  • Antimicrobial Properties of Silver - Journal of Applied Microbiology
  • Fun Paper Friday
    • Can seeing a bad (dad) joke actually make you funnier? This week’s Fun Paper Friday dives into the surprising effects of both funny and unfunny examples on our ability to create humor. It turns out that even groan-worthy jokes can fuel creativity—though they might make you work harder for the punchline!
    • Shin, Hyelim, et al. "Creative fixation is no laughing matter: The effects of funny and unfunny examples on humor production." The Journal of Creative Behavior 54.2 (2020): 487-494.
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