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The three phases of matter aren't as straightforward as you might think! Learn about dry ice and glass, as well as Distillations' new phase with ou...
- Added: Oct 14, 2009
- Length: 11:46
We learn about ways scientists have attempted to educate the masses, via a 1960s radio show, 17th-century public demonstrations, and contemporary s...
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- Added: Oct 14, 2009
- Length: 11:51
- Purchases: 1
The body keeps itself in check and GoreTex can help your heart. Find out how in this episode of Distillations. We also talk to Dr. Richard Silverma...
- Added: Oct 14, 2009
- Length: 12:04
Take a look back at the best of Distillations this week. Free radicals as the chemical agent, find out how scientists detect forgery in art, and po...
- Added: Aug 28, 2009
- Length: 11:34
We find out how brownfields are converted into something useful and why Dow Chemical chose Midland, Michigan, for their plant location. Chemical Ag...
- Added: Jul 08, 2009
- Length: 11:57
The history and chemistry of dentistry. How baking soda cleans your teeth and lidocaine numbs your gums. Chemical Agent: Sodium Bicarbonate.
- Added: Jun 08, 2009
- Length: 11:15
The history and the mystery behind the integrated circuit. Chemical Agent: Chemically Amplified Photoresists.
- Added: May 07, 2009
- Length: 11:28
This week learn about the cleaning power of vinegar, what to do if you have hard water, and why green dry cleaning is catching on. Chemical Agent: ...
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- Added: Apr 24, 2009
- Length: 11:55
- Purchases: 11
Distillations heads off to the ball game with a show on baseball. Chemical Agent: Anabolic steroids.
- Added: Apr 23, 2009
- Length: 11:22
- Added: Apr 08, 2009
- Length: 12:00
- Purchases: 1
Are biofuels the answer to our energy problem? An exploration from the scientific side of things.
- Added: Mar 26, 2009
- Length: 11:40
Distillations goes to the dogs with an episode on pets. Learn why they make us sneeze, how they can diagnose cancer, and how to protect them when g...
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- Added: Mar 26, 2009
- Length: 10:55
- Purchases: 1
An investigation into the chemistry of plant behavior, including an interview with bestselling author Amy Stewart. Chemical Agent: Photosynthesis.
- Added: Mar 12, 2009
- Length: 11:54
Explore the tools and shared experiences that bring a professional community together. Chemical Agent: Sodium Cyanide.
- Added: Feb 05, 2009
- Length: 11:42
Life, the universe, and beyond: A show on the chemsitry of space.
- Added: Feb 05, 2009
- Length: 11:58
We're celebrating inauguration day! Learn about stem cells and smokeless gunpowder. Chemical Agent: Stem Cells.
- Added: Jan 22, 2009
- Length: 11:47
- Added: Jan 22, 2009
- Length: 12:00
- Purchases: 1
- Added: Jan 08, 2009
- Length: 11:51
Good chemical habits for the new year.
- Added: Dec 31, 2008
- Length: 12:05
Embrace the fake: cubic zirconia, soy, and fine art.
- Added: Dec 31, 2008
- Length: 11:59
- Added: Dec 28, 2008
- Length: 10:53
A look back at the chemical anniversaries and highlights of 2008.
- Added: Dec 28, 2008
- Length: 10:58
- Added: Dec 23, 2008
- Length: 11:20
- Purchases: 1
In honor of World AIDS Day, Distillations looks at global health.
- Added: Nov 21, 2008
- Length: 13:27
This episode focuses on the ways that we are exposing children to chemical agents, sometimes intentionally, sometimes not.
- Added: Nov 20, 2008
- Length: 12:00
