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How Do Pheromones Work?

How Do Pheromones Work?

Season 2 Episode 6
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Why Do Roses Smell So Sweet?

Why Do Roses Smell So Sweet?

Season 2 Episode 7
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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
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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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2:55
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3:28
Take a look at the chemistry behind addiction.
Football Helmets: The Last Line of Defense?
3:35
Reactions looks into a football helmet and how chemistry helps keeps players safe.
What is a Complete Breakfast?
3:57
We're the age old question of what makes a complete breakfast.
How to Stay Awake Without Caffeine
3:15
Reactions is telling you how to stay awake with science.
Does Febreze Really Work?
3:04
Do they really remove the smell or just mask it?
Why Does Coffee Make You Poop?
2:27
We bring you the answer - to the best of our scientific knowledge.
Can Radiation Give You Superpowers?
4:35
We explain the original way the Fantastic Four got their power!
Why are Tattoos Permanent?
3:54
We explore what tattoo ink is made of, why this body art is permanent.
Are Invisibility Cloaks Possible?
4:00
We celebrate the International Year of Light by exploring the science behind light.
The Chemistry of Wine
3:39
Learn about the complex chemistry behind wine.
Why Do Feet Smell?
2:34
We answer all your foot-focused questions and share some tips to stop the smell.
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