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Serving Up Science
Why Does Water Taste Different?
Season 5
Episode 1
Bottled, tap, or purified—does all water taste the same? Think again! 🌊 Every sip tells a story, shaped by minerals, seasonal changes, and even the pipes it travels through. Did you know calcium makes water taste milky, or that algal blooms can give it a muddy scent? From salty hints to chalky textures, water's unique flavor depends on its incredible journey.
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