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What is Addiction?
Season 2
Episode 44
Reactions is taking a look at addiction science. What's going on brain chemistry that can cause addiction? It’s a sinister condition that affects millions of Americans: addiction. Whether it’s alcohol, drugs, food or gambling, it can ruin lives. In support of National Recovery Month, which calls attention to substance abuse issues and treatment services,
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15:58
Fluffy, delicious bread results when starch gelatinization and flour chemistry combine!
12:35
Join George (and, occasionally, Andrew) as they chart corn’s epic chemical journey.
10:46
We explore and learn anywhere between the 20 and 74,963 kinds of ice.
10:34
For years it was used in homicidal poisonings. We learn what made it so dangerous.
12:40
We explore brining and whether or not it makes a different when cooking the turkey.
15:23
We dive into the science to figure out how to make gummies without the side effects.
18:01
There are a few obstacles to overcome before we get there.
13:15
Come along on George’s epic journey into the wilds of salt science!
9:41
Weeds are building a defense against today's herbicides.
17:15
We explore how far carbon structures are from revolutionizing the world.
14:45
We dig into the science of flavor pairings, especially when it comes to the famous combo.
10:39
Can a medicine cause a war? The treatment for Malaria may just have.