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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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What is Your Snot Saying?
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This germ fighting goo gives useful clues about your immune system and more!
The Universe in a Cup of Coffee
4:33
After watching the video, you’ll never look at coffee the same way again.
Does Cough Medicine Really Work?
3:55
We explain the chemistry behind cough medicine.
How Does Alcohol Get You Drunk?
3:26
There's a lot of brain chemistry that goes on when you drink.
The Cold Truth About Fat
3:00
We talk fat, and whether or not the shivering cold can helps burn fat.
Let's Settle This: How to Care for Cast-Iron
3:08
We're using chemistry to prove the right way to season and treat a cast-iron skillet.
How To Get Rid of Beer Foam Fast
1:35
Science can help you get rid of that head fast.
You Can Taste Garlic with Your Feet!?
2:36
The short answer and yes and here's why.
Gum + Chocolate = ?????
2:10
Find out why chocolate makes gum... DISAPPEAR!
Can I Still Eat This?
4:19
Explore the chemistry/science of expired foods and how expirations dates are lying to us.
How to Fry a Thanksgiving Turkey Without Burning Your House
3:14
Here are the do and dont's of turkey frying.
What's the Deal with Acne?
3:56
Here are a few science-backed tips to help minimize the number of pimples that pop up.
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