We’re hitting the slopes—and tending our wounds—on today’s episode of Distillations. We start off with the science behind sports gels. Next, find out more about the synthetic fabrics. Finally, learn about the latest advances in fake snow.

SHOW CLOCK

00:00 Opening Credits

00:31 Introduction

00:58 Chemical Agent: Menthol

03:05 Chemistry in Your Cupboard: Synthetic Fibers

06:30 Feature: Snowflex

11:16 Closing Credits

CREDITS

Special thanks to Erin McLeary, Eleanor Goldberg, and Lydia Wilson for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.