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Chemistry Jokes! (Round 2)

Chemistry Jokes! (Round 2)

Season 2 Episode 15
1:55
Why Too Much Stress Is Bad For You

Why Too Much Stress Is Bad For You

Season 2 Episode 16
2:51
How Can You See an Atom?

How Can You See an Atom?

Season 2 Episode 18
5:35
DIY Cleaning Hacks (CLH Vol. 6)

DIY Cleaning Hacks (CLH Vol. 6)

Season 2 Episode 19
2:53
The Dawn of Chemical Warfare

The Dawn of Chemical Warfare

Season 2 Episode 20
5:25
The Science of the Avengers

The Science of the Avengers

Season 2 Episode 21
3:58
The Science of Avocados

The Science of Avocados

Season 2 Episode 22
2:49
How Does Adderall™ Work?

How Does Adderall™ Work?

Season 2 Episode 23
2:47
Why New York Has the Best Bagels

Why New York Has the Best Bagels

Season 2 Episode 24
3:12
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Craft Beer Chemistry

Season 2 Episode 13

Ahh, science has never tasted so delicious. It’s been around for centuries but it seems like beer has never been more popular. Microbreweries are cranking out special stouts, IPAs, lagers and pilsners. And the flavors and aromas of each of those brews all come down to chemistry. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Reactions takes on craft beer chemistry.

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