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How Do Pheromones Work?

How Do Pheromones Work?

Season 2 Episode 6
2:59
Why Do Roses Smell So Sweet?

Why Do Roses Smell So Sweet?

Season 2 Episode 7
3:06
How Do Jeans Get Blue?

How Do Jeans Get Blue?

Season 2 Episode 9
3:06
Why is Carbon Monoxide So Deadly?

Why is Carbon Monoxide So Deadly?

Season 2 Episode 10
3:13
Is Vaping Safer Than Cigarettes?

Is Vaping Safer Than Cigarettes?

Season 2 Episode 11
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The Chemistry of Poison Ivy

The Chemistry of Poison Ivy

Season 2 Episode 12
3:23
Craft Beer Chemistry

Craft Beer Chemistry

Season 2 Episode 13
3:06
Chemistry Jokes! (Round 2)

Chemistry Jokes! (Round 2)

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

Why Too Much Stress Is Bad For You

Season 2 Episode 16
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How Does Moisturizer Work?

Season 2 Episode 4

The cold weather of winter can also mean dry, cracked skin. Many reach for the moisturizer to keep their skin soft, but how do these products actually work? Before you head to the beauty aisle, Reactions has the answers in this week’s episode.

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The One Where We Put Stuff in Acid
5:13
Watch as we use some acid know-how to tell a chemistry detective story.
Why Do Some People Hate Cilantro?
2:44
We explore the science behind the most polarizing herbs the planet.
How Does Xanax Work?
4:07
We uncover the chemistry behind this popular and widely prescribed drug.
How Do Hand Sanitizers Work?
3:21
How effective is it against viruses and bacteria?
How Does Glassblowing Work?
3:59
We visit an art glass studio to learn about the chemistry of this ancient material.
Your Liver and Kidneys Are Good Enough, Put Down the Detox
5:15
Toxicology expert Raychelle Burks explains how your body detoxes.
The Chemistry of Hollywood Fake Blood
4:28
We give you a historical chemistry rundown of fake blood, plus tips on how to make it.
How Do We Know How Old the Earth Is?
4:27
Geologists deduced the age of the Earth thanks to a handful of radioactive elements.
How Does Chemotherapy Treat Breast Cancer?
5:21
We take a look at the chemistry of how chemotherapy and other cancer treatments work.
3 Egg-cellently Weird Science Experiments
3:46
Here's three egg demos that will bounce, denature, and colorize you into bewilderment!
Better Pancakes Through Chemistry
4:38
Get a closer look at the compounds and science behind that perfect pancakes!
The Delicious Chemistry of Sushi
5:43
Take a deep dive with us into the science of rice, fish, and seaweed!
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