Question and Response #59

Reddit's Chemistry Questions Answered In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam dive into Reddit to answer chemistry-related questions. They explore why ice in a fizzy drink causes more fizz, how stainless steel removes onion smells from hands, when to email professors for recommendation letters, and discuss a controversial prank by an organic chemistry professor. The hosts provide insightful and engaging explanations while also sharing personal anecdotes and practical advice for students.

00:00 Introduction to Reddit Chemistry Questions
00:55 Why Does Ice Make Fizzy Drinks Fizz More?
03:09 How Does Stainless Steel Remove Onion Smell?
06:53 When to Email Professors About Recommendation Letters
10:19 Am I the Jerk for Pranking My Students?
23:06 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

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#193

In this episode of Chemistry for Your Life, hosts Melissa and Jam delve into the chemistry of milk, focusing on the differences between raw and pasteurized milk. They discuss the processes of pasteurization and homogenization, how they affect the nutritional content of milk, and answer listener questions about raw milk's spoilage, nutritional values, and bacteria. The episode also highlights important safety considerations associated with consuming raw milk and addresses common misconceptions. The hosts also shout out their Patreon supporters and encourage others to join their community.

00:00 Introduction to Milk and Pasteurization
00:53 Listener Questions and Raw Milk Discussion
01:53 Shoutout to Patreon Member Scott B
02:38 Deep Dive into Pasteurization
05:29 Chemistry Lesson: Proteins and Pasteurization
22:27 Heating Milk at Home
23:30 Raw Milk: Myths and Facts
25:02 Pasteurization and Nutritional Content
29:22 Risks of Drinking Raw Milk
32:21 Homogenization Explained
38:18 Milk Hot Takes and Fun Facts
43:14 Conclusion and Community Shoutouts

1. https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/as/as-612-w.pdf
2. https://winnebago.extension.wisc.edu/2020/12/08/the-dangers-of-raw-milk/
3. https://realrawmilkfacts.com/raw-milk-news/sdsu-extension-raw-milk-and-home-pasteurization
4. https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/pasteurization
5. https://pubmed-ncbi-nlm-nih-gov.libproxy.library.unt.edu/22054181/
6. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0362028X22128449?via%3Dihub
7. https://pubsapp.acs.org/cen/whatstuff/stuff/7945sci2.html
8. https://youtu.be/LFKVKshX5tQ
9. https://www.fda.gov/food/alerts-advisories-safety-information/updates-highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-hpai

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#189

In this episode, Melissa and Jam delve into the crucial role of Vitamin C in the body, focusing on its importance for collagen production. They discuss how collagen, a key structural protein found in tendons, cartilage, bones, teeth, skin, and blood vessels, relies on Vitamin C to form strong, functional structures. The conversation explores the process of how Vitamin C enables enzymes to add essential alcohol groups to collagen strands, allowing them to twist into strong triple helices, which then form a robust matrix in the body. The hosts also touch upon the connection between Vitamin C deficiency and scurvy, and tease further exploration of Vitamin C's role in the immune system and as a preservative in future episodes. The episode is dedicated to new community member Jesse, and acknowledges listener Nicole B. for inspiring the topic.

00:00 Introduction to Vitamin C Myths
00:13 Exploring Vitamin C in Skincare and Food Preservation
00:32 Vitamin C and Pets: A Curious Case
00:45 Diving into Scurvy and Vitamin C
01:28 Podcast Introduction and Dedication
01:38 Special Announcements and Episode Structure
06:02 The Chemistry of Collagen
10:27 Understanding Collagen Structure
13:30 The Role of Intermolecular Forces
18:02 Connecting Vitamin C to Collagen Formation
19:57 The Role of Hydroxylase in Collagen Formation
20:42 Vitamin C: The Essential Co-Factor
23:10 The Consequences of Vitamin C Deficiency
23:31 Debating Collagen Supplements
32:50 The Historical Struggle with Scurvy
37:53 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

References from this episode:

1. Biochemistry, 4th edition Garrett & Grisham
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18505499/
3. https://youtu.be/3e2JYMNS_W4?t=477s
4. https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/2019/ob/c9ob01646e
5. https://thispodcastwillkillyou.com/2019/02/05/episode-19-scurvy-thanks-a-lot-evolution/

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Bonus Episode: Question and Response 35

In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about pressure, eicosane, clouds, chemistry analogies, coffee, and baking.

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#144

Cars are complicated, there's lots of parts that do lots of things most of us will probably never understand it all. Well we can at least tackle one of those mysteries today. You've probably heard of something called a catalytic converter, right? And you've probably heard that it's important. Well that's true! But why? What does it do, why is it essential, and how does it do it? It's actually very very cool tbh.

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References from this episode

1. https://youtu.be/I1YLPfSuNXY
2. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/outreach/celebrating-chemistry-editions/2021-ncw/catalytic-converters.html
3. https://cen.acs.org/synthesis/catalysis/optimize-precious-metal-usage-catalytic/100/i10
4. https://pubs-acs-org.libproxy.library.unt.edu/doi/full/10.1021/acs.chemmater.1c03513
5. https://www.dps.texas.gov/rsd/vi/inspection/inspectioncriteria.aspx
6. https://www.epa.gov/transportation-air-pollution-and-climate-change/frequent-questions-related-transportation-air
7. https://www.tceq.texas.gov/airquality/air-emissions/air-emissions
8. https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry_Textbook_Maps/Supplemental_Modules_(Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry)/Kinetics/07%3A_Case_Studies-_Kinetics/7.01%3A_Catalytic_Converters
9. Organic chemistry Solomons 11th edition
10. Chemistry 2nd Edition Open Stax Robinson, Langley, Theopold & Flowers
11. Solomons Organic Chemistry 11th Edition

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#057 Rebroadcast

So we all know what we think of when we hear the word "alcohol," but what if that's not really the whole picture? There's actually many kinds of alcohol, most of which we cannot drink. So what's up with all those alcohols? What makes them different? What makes them similar enough to all be called alcohol? Let's find out.

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References from this episode

1. https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ershdb/emergencyresponsecard_29750029.html
2. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/newsreleases/2015/march/food-additive-could-serve-as-a-safer-more-environmentally-friendly-antifreeze.html
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1306022/
4. https://fscimage.fishersci.com/msds/14280.htm
5. https://fscimage.fishersci.com/msds/89308.htm
6. https://fscimage.fishersci.com/msds/89530.htm
7. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4811046/
8. https://www.fishersci.com/msdsproxy%3FproductName%3DE1774%26productDescription%3DETHYLENE%2BGLYCOL%2BLABORATORY%2B4L%26catNo%3DE177-4%2B%26vendorId%3DVN00033897%26storeId%3D10652
9. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482121/
10. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/ammonium-nitrate-beirut-explosion-what-blast-lebanon-latest-a9654861.html

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#143

For many of us, gasoline is just another everyday thing. It's essential, but we don't give it much thought. But how does it work? What is it made up of? Why are there different "grades" or "types" of gasoline? Let's start it up.

goode.coffee

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References from this episode

1. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/industry/industry-matters/mark-e-jones/get-the-lead-out.html
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6AdX-bdDaw
3. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/newsreleases/2012/august/fueling-the-future-with-renewable-gasoline-and-diesel.html
4. https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/gasoline/octane-in-depth.php
5. https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/gasoline/where-our-gasoline-comes-from.php
6. https://www.eia.gov/petroleum/weekly/archive/2016/160330/includes/analysis_print.php
7. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21086970/#:~:text=Branched%20alkane%20hydrocarbons%20are%20thermodynamically,in%20alkane%20bond%20separation%20energies.
8. Solomons Organic Chemistry 11th Edition

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Bonus Episode: Question and Response 34

In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about nail polish, tattoos, viscosity, humidity, life updates, and more!

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#142

So a couple weeks ago we talked about how tattoos are permanent. But what if you don't want your tattoo to be permanent any more? You won't get any judgement from us. So how can tattoo removal work, when tattoos are designed specifically to stay in our skin indefinitely? Let's find out.

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References from this episode

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4411606/
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4411594/
3. https://edu.rsc.org/feature/chemistry-with-lasers/2020116.article
4. https://journals.lww.com/dermatologicsurgery/abstract/1999/01000/comparison_of_the_q_switched_alexandrite,_nd_yag,.2.asp
5. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/11263061_Laser-tattoo_removal-A_study_of_the_mechanism_and_the_optimal_treatment_strategy_via_computer_simulations
6. Lasers: basics, advances and applications by Hans Joachim Eichler, Jürgen Eichler, Oliver Lux

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#012 Rebroadcast

This week Melissa and Jam continue in the category of "sticky" things by exploring how geckos stick to walls. How do they do it? Is it magic? Is it like spider-man? Is it intermolecular forces?

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References from this episode

1. Organic Chemistry Textbook, Edition 11 - T.W. Graham Solomons
2. Chemistry, Edition 2 - Paul Flowers, Clause Theopold, Richard Langley, and William R. Robinson
3. Ologies Podcast - Episode 99 Saurology with Earyn McGee - Alie Ward

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#141

Tattoos go back centuries across many cultures, and yet their chemistry is still an absolute mystery to most of us. How do tattoos work? What is the ink made of? How does the ink stay in our skin indefinitely? Why don't our bodies get rid of it? Let's do this.

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References from this episode

1. https://youtu.be/Fs9rR4W0EeA
2. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/speaking-of-science/wp/2015/07/28/all-the-science-that-goes-into-a-single-tattoo/
3. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/speaking-of-science/wp/2014/09/24/watching-a-tattoo-needle-in-slow-motion-reveals-the-physics-of-getting-inked/
4. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/resources/highschool/chemmatters/past-issues/archive-2012-2013/open-for-discussion-tattoos.html
5. https://cen.acs.org/articles/86/i2/Shocking-Tattoos.html
6. http://pubsapp.acs.org.libproxy.library.unt.edu/cen/whatstuff/85/8546sci4.html?
7. https://cen.acs.org/articles/91/i25/Chemistry-Tattoos.html
8. https://www.nature.com/articles/nri3920

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Bonus Episode: Question and Response 33

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#140

Ice is water right? It's just that it's solid. So why does it float in liquid water? And also why does water expand when it freezes, when typically things contract when they freeze? These are things we are used to observing daily, but they actually are a little strange, and we bet the answer will surprise you.

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References from this episode

1. Chemistry - Julia Burdge
2. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/climatescience/oceansicerocks.html
3. https://cen.acs.org/articles/91/i34/Galileo-Ice.html

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#099 Rebroadcast

In this special re-release episode, Melissa and Jam dive deep into the world of Vitamin A (retinol) and its role in anti-aging skincare. They revisit a popular episode that explores whether anti-aging products genuinely work. The hosts break down the scientific functions of the skin, the impact of UV radiation, and the importance of sunscreen. They also discuss how retinoids (vitamin A) can help repair and maintain the skin's structure, backed by peer-reviewed studies. This episode is a blend of chemistry, practical skincare tips, and personal anecdotes.

00:00 Introduction to Vitamin A and Anti-Aging
00:10 Revisiting the Anti-Aging Episode
00:36 Personal Reflections on Skincare
02:06 Acknowledging Influences and Inspirations
04:57 Understanding Skin and Aging
07:55 The Role of Fibroblasts and Proteins
10:55 Impact of UV Rays on Skin Aging
14:10 Importance of Sunscreen
15:56 Retinoids: The Gold Standard in Anti-Aging
19:50 Retinoid Study Results
20:31 Retinoids: The Antidote to Sun Damage
21:34 The Importance of Sunscreen
23:45 Understanding Skin Structure
26:08 How Retinoids Work
29:44 Fun Facts and Warnings About Retinoids
34:02 Personal Stories and Reflections
38:33 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

References from this episode

1. https://www.jidonline.org/action/showPdf?pii=S0022-202X%2815%2940798-5
2. https://www.jidonline.org/article/S0022-202X(15)40798-5/fulltext
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6791161/#:~:text=Retinoids%20are%20also%20commonly%20known,and%20promotes%20angiogenesis%20%5B13%5D
4. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/molecule-of-the-week/archive/v/vitamin-a.html
5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2699641/
6. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6791161/#:~:text=Firstly%2C%20retinol%20is%20converted%20to,to%20the%20retinoic%20acid%20receptors.&text=Retinol%20concentration%20in%20the%20cosmetic,the%20oxidized%20form%20of%20retinol
7. https://youtu.be/grxmyM7EuDk
8. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsomega.0c02102
9. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3790843/
10. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3583892/#R60
11. https://cen.acs.org/articles/95/i10/Periodic-graphics-anti-aging-creams.html
12. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/reactions/videos/2017/are-anti-aging-creams-legit.html

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#025 Rebroadcast

This week, Melissa, Jam, and very special guest Renee Collini (Melissa's sister and climate scientist) delve into the important topic of sea-level rise. What causes it to rise? What affect will it have on the world? How should we feel about it? Is there anything us regular folk can do?

References from this episode

1. Thermal Expansion Model - Jet Propulsion Lab - California Institute of Technology
2. Climate Science Leader Expands Extension Role - Susan Collins-Smith, Red Hills News Mississippi
3. Chemistry, Edition 2 - Theopold, Langley, Flowers, and Robinson
4. Global and Regional Sea Level Rise Scenarios for the United States - Sweet, Kopp, Weaver, Obeysekera, Horton, Thielar, Zervas
5. Special thanks to Mississippi Alabama Sea Grant, the Northern Gulf of Mexico Sentinel Site Cooperative, and Mississippi State University

1. New Application Guide on How to Apply Sea Level Rise Science: https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/hazards/sealevelrise/sealevelrise-tech-report-sections.html#application-guide
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#139

The crazy, insane, scary, fascinating world of volcanoes is fully of chemistry! What is lava/magma? Why do some volcanoes ooze and others erupt? What causes the magma to start rising to the surface? Let's get into this hot topic?

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References from this episode

1. http://www2.tulane.edu/~sanelson/Natural_Disasters/volcan&magma.htm
2. https://www.usgs.gov/observatories/cascades-volcano-observatory/information-about-volcanologists
3. https://nap.nationalacademies.org/read/24650/chapter/6
4. https://edu-rsc-org.libproxy.library.unt.edu/feature/eruption/3009796.article
5. Natural Disasters - Patrick L. Abbott

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#002

Many of us have been in a situation where we are near a body of water (lake, ocean, pool etc), and you may have noticed that no matter what the temperature is outside, the water and the land can feel like super different temperatures, like the sand being hot and the ocean being cold. Why is that? Well it's because of something called specific heat, and we're going to talk about it right now.

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#138

Wind is everywhere, we've all experienced it: soft breezes, strong gusts, cold fronts, warm fronts. But what is wind? What starts it? Where does it come from, and where does it go? And who am I to blow against the wind?

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References from this episode

1. Natural Disasters - Patrick L. Abbott
2. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/whatischemistry/adventures-in-chemistry/experiments/aware-of-the-air.html#:~:text=The%20air%20is%20made%20up,dioxide%2C%20and%20some%20other%20gases
3. https://scijinks.gov/wind/
4. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/learn-about/weather/types-of-weather/wind
5. https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/education/k-8/inquiry-in-action/kindergarten/k-l1.4-bkgd.pdf
6. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/resources/k-8/inquiryinaction/kindergarten/chapter-1/what-is-wind.html
7. https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/wind/

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#137

Lightning is something we're all used to. It's always just been an odd part of life. But think for a second, what even is it? It's just electricity, hanging out in the sky?? Why? What causes it? What makes it move from cloud to cloud? Or from cloud to earth? Let's get into this asap.

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References from this episode

1. https://www.weather.gov/jetstream/lightning
2. https://www.weather.gov/safety/lightning-science-overview
3. https://www.preprints.org/manuscript/201811.0320/v1/download
4. https://journals.ametsoc.org/view/journals/atsc/58/18/1520-0469_2001_058_2751_ticgcc_2.0.co_2.xml
5. https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1029/JC088iC09p05494
6. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11214-008-9345-0
7. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/lightning?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_content=yt20190412-environment-lightning&utm_campaign=editorial&utm_rd=&cmpid=org=ngp::mc=social::src=youtube::cmp=editorial::add=yt20190412-environment-lightning::urid=
8. https://youtu.be/zUNEFefftt8
9. https://www.compoundchem.com/2018/07/31/thunderstorms/#:~:text=Lightning%20strikes%20split%20diatomic%20oxygen,ionising%20molecules%20in%20the%20air
10. https://www.weather.gov/safety/lightning

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#024 Rebroadcast

This week, Melissa and Jam explore three very different, but related, light phenomena. We'll discuss situations when light can be bent, slowed down, and even broken. It's gonna be lit.

References from this episode

1. Why do rainbows form instead of just straight bands of colors? And why do they appear to touch the ground? - Scientific American
2. What causes a mirage? - Scientific American
3. Chemistry, Edition 1 - Julia Burdge

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#136

Clouds. So fluffy. So wispy. So mysterious. What are they really? Why do they look white? How do they hold so much water for so long? Why do they float?

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References from this episode

1. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-do-clouds-turn-gray-b
2. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-do-clouds-float-when/
3. https://www.usgs.gov/special-topics/water-science-school/science/condensation-and-water-cycle
4. https://www.usgs.gov/special-topics/water-science-school/science/how-much-does-cloud-weigh?qt-science_center_objects=0#qt-science_center_objects
5. https://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/k-4/stories/nasa-knows/what-are-clouds-k4.html
6. https://youtu.be/a2GvzsaOncE
7. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/learn-about/weather/types-of-weather/clouds/why-are-clouds-white#:~:text=But%20in%20a%20cloud%2C%20sunlight,background%20of%20the%20blue%20sky
8. https://www.childrensmuseum.org/blog/why-are-clouds-white

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#135

Well guess what, Melissa is a PhD Doctor now! And you know what that means? She gets to tell us more details about the research she did to get her PhD. Listen to hear what Melissa found as she dove deep into the question "Why do people hate organic chemistry?" for the past few years.

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References from this episode

1. National Research Council, (2012), Discipline-based education research: Understanding and improving learning in undergraduate science and engineering, The National Academies Press.
2. Graulich N., (2015), The tip of the iceberg in organic chemistry classes: How do students deal with the invisible? Chem. Educ. Res. Pract., 16(1), 9–21.
3. Xu X. and Lewis J. E., (2011), Refinement of a chemistry attitude measure for college students. J. Chem. Educ., 88(5), 561–568.
4. Gibbons R. E. and Raker J. R., (2019), Self-beliefs in organic chemistry: Evaluation of a reciprocal causation, cross-lagged model. J. Res. Sci. Teach., 56(5), 598–618.

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#188

In this episode, hosts Melissa and Jam dive into the basics of vitamins. They discuss the origins of vitamins, why they are labeled with letters, and the difference between water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. The episode also touches on the history of vitamin regulation, the necessity of supplementing vitamins, and the impact of diet on vitamin intake. Finally, they challenge listeners to assess the variety of plant-based foods they consume in a week to promote a healthier diet.

00:00 Introduction to Vitamins
00:27 What Are Vitamins?
01:40 Types of Vitamins: Water Soluble vs Fat Soluble
07:10 Sources of Vitamins
10:19 The History and Naming of Vitamins
20:16 The Importance of Vitamins and Supplements
24:51 Optimal Vitamin Intake
25:10 The Role of Multivitamins
26:04 Diet Trends and Nutrient Deficiency
28:39 Understanding Vitamins
31:14 Fat-Soluble vs. Water-Soluble Vitamins
32:50 The Importance of Dietary Variety
36:57 Personal Diet Challenges
43:07 Engage with Us!

References from this episode:

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#021 Rebroadcast

This week, Melissa and Jam explore the chemistry of solar energy. How do we capture energy from the sun and turn it into electricity? Is it as super insanely cool as it seems? Are we living in the future already?

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References from this episode

1. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming - Paul Hawken
2. Melissa's Prior Knowledge and Thesis
3. Beyond the Messy Truth- Van Jones

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#134

Well newsflash, the brain is complicated. And a surprising amount of what's going on in our brains is chemistry. But what about ADHD? What's happening in the chemistry of someone's brain who has ADHD, and then what happens when ADHD medication is introduced? Let's find the heck out!

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References from this episode

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3666194/
2. https://youtu.be/MeJRBsghMt8
3. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/molecule-of-the-week/archive/a/amphetamine.html
4. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0149763417308072

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#133

Have you ever wondered what tears are? If not, is it because you think you already know? Chances are, you don't actually know what tears are! It's probably more complex than you'd expect. Grab some tissues, let's get into it!

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References from this episode

1. https://cen.acs.org/articles/89/i2/Sad-Tears-Carry-Chemical-Signals.html
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6060216/
3. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/pr0497576
4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5898890/
5. https://journals-sagepub-com.libproxy.library.unt.edu/doi/10.1177/147470490900700302
6. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7294117/
7. https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=iJ5r8SQ4NRUC&oi=fnd&pg=PA19&dq=emotional+tears+vs.+irritant+tear&ots=DEM0UZQ6iA&sig=T6CAwGAXSIJPMyIjnpJ9502QaIw#v=onepage&q=emotional%20tears%20vs.%20irritant%20tear&f=false

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#029 Rebroadcast

What's that smell? This week, Melissa and Jam explore the chemistry of smell. Now a lot of smell science has to do with our physiology and neurology. We'll talk some about that, but the chemistry has to do with the actual smells in the air. What are they? How do they get into the air? How can we detect them with our noses and brains? Why does rain have a smell, and why does it smell good? Let's find out.

References from this episode

1. Aerosol generation by raindrop impact on soil - Young Soo Joung & Cullen R. Buie, Nature Communications
2. 2 Americans Win Nobel for Demystifying Sense of Smell - Lawrence K. Altman, The New York Times
3. The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2004 Press Release - Richard Axel & Linda B. Buck, The Nobel Prize
4. A Novel Multigene Family May Encode Odorant Receptors: A Molecular Basis for Odor Recognition - Buck and Axel
5. Chemists and bad smells (and sulfur): A productive pairing - Ashutosh Jogalekar, Scientific American
6. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/reactions/videos/2017/the-smell-of-durian-explained.html
7. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/reactions/videos/2018/whats-that-after-rain-smell-made-of.html

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#132

When you think of lobsters, you probably always imagine them being red. But they're only actually red after they die, or more specifically, after we cook them. Why? Is it because being cooked is really embarrassing? That's what I thought too but the real explanation is more complicated and very chemical. Let's find out.

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References from this episode

1. https://ocean.si.edu/ocean-life/invertebrates/rainbow-colorful-lobsters#:~:text=But%20when%20a%20lobster%20is,in%20the%20Northeastern%20U.S.%20ocean.
2. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/newsreleases/2013/august/the-chemistry-behind-lobster-color-and-shell-disease-new-acs-vid.html
3. http://news.neaq.org/2013/08/the-colorful-chemistry-of-lobster-shells.html
4. https://www.nature.com/articles/news050214-4#:~:text=When%20a%20lobster%20is%20boiled,lobster%20its%20freshly%2Dcooked%20colour.
5. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jp401873k
6. https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.152088999
7. https://www.pnas.org/doi/pdf/10.1073/pnas.152088999
8. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/ja045049%2B

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Bonus Episode: Question and Response 29

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#131

We've all shaken up a carbonated drink, either accidentally or on purpose, so we all know what happens. But why? Why does simply shaking it agitate the carbonation so much? And why do shaken sodas overflow the can so much?

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1. http://scienceline.ucsb.edu/getkey.php?key=2210#:~:text=The%20carbonation%20is%20due%20to,the%20drink%20to%20go%20flat.
2. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-does-a-shaken-soda-fi/
3. https://van.physics.illinois.edu/qa/listing.php?id=623&t=soda-explosions!

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This week, Melissa and Jam explore the oldest question in the book. But we're not going to answer it. Just kidding. Why the HECK is the sky blue? And also why are there times that it isn't? Sunrise? Sunset? Nightime? Sky, what are your mysteries? Tell us your secrets. Hide not your face from me.

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2. Why is the sky blue? - Philip Gibbs, University of California Riverside
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Bonus Episode: Question and Response 28

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In this bonus edition of Chemistry for Your Life, hosts Melissa and Jam engage with their listeners by answering a variety of chemistry-related questions and addressing listener comments and reviews. They read and discuss both positive and constructive reviews, and provide important updates about joining a network for the podcast. They also talk about the introduction of advertisements, the benefits of becoming a patron for an ad-free experience, and some behind-the-scenes improvements to enhance the show. The episode includes shout-outs to long-time listeners and special mentions of devoted classes and followers. Key discussions cover effective materials for hot baths, making water drinkable in emergencies, and the process of making yogurt, among other chemistry inquiries. The show wraps up with a reminder about the importance of engaging in scientific and political processes to promote environmental safety.

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#130

For many people, hydrogen peroxide has been an essential first aid tool. Should it be? And before we answer that question, what even is hydrogen peroxide? How does it work? Why does it bubble? How does it clean wounds?

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References from this episode

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5768111/#B8
2. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acsami.7b03296
3. https://www.nature.com/articles/nature08119
4. https://link.springer.com/article/10.2165/00139709-200423010-00006
5. https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/10755530360623383
6. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/12218961_Hydrogen_peroxide_in_the_human_body
7. https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/chemicals/organic/organic_peroxide.html
8. https://pdb101.rcsb.org/motm/57
9. https://academic.oup.com/plphys/article/119/4/1251/6096311?login=true

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#031 Rebroadcast

How does bleach bleach stuff? Oh and also, what even is color? This week Melissa and Jam investigate these questions. What's the molecular makeup of color and then how does bleach alter that? How does bleach have enough power to ruin that hoodie you just bought? How could you have been foolish enough to handle bleach while wearing your new hoodie?

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1. The Chemical Origins of Color - Mary Virginia Orna
2. Chemistry, Color, and Art - Mary Virginia Orna
3. The chemistry of Bleaching and Oxidizing Agents - Gustaf Holst
4. Conjugation And Color (+ How Bleach Works) - James Ashenhurst
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#129

Are you sitting down? Because we've got some news for you. Those blue jeans you own, they weren't actually dyed blue. They were dyed YELLOW. That doesn't make any sense right? Well it might, if you listen to this episode.

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1. https://cen.acs.org/articles/89/i43/Blue-Jeans.html?utm_source=YMAL&utm_medium=YMAL&utm_campaign=CEN&utm_content=pos3
2. https://youtu.be/kiMBFKwnxzI

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#128

If you know what pop rocks are, then this episode will answer one of the greatest mysteries of your childhood. And if you've never heard of pop rocks, then you'll still be just as fascinated to hear how they work. How do those little candies seem to pop in your mouth? And how are they not dangerous? Why aren't they already popping in the bag? Or can they pop under any other circumstances? Let's find out!

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References from this episode

1. https://www.pop-rocks.com/f-a-q/
2. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/outreach/celebrating-chemistry-editions/2021-ncw/pop-rocks.html#:~:text=Pop%20Rocks%C2%AE%20are%20sugar,leaves%20behind%20the%20sugar%20molecules.

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#022 Rebroadcast

This week, Melissa and Jam explore the chemistry of antioxidants. What are they? Is it just magical stuff they put in sport drinks and workout supplements? Can you find it in snake oil?

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1. Stacy Lowery Bretz, PhD
2. Organic Chemistry Textbook, Edition 11 - T.W. Graham Solomons

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#127

If you've ever had acne, you've probably tried some creams or washes with "benzoyl peroxide" somewhere on the label. How is it that this specific ingredient is helpful for fighting acne? What is happening at the molecular level when we apply some benzoyl peroxide to our acne? Let's find out!

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References from this episode

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3791156/
2. https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(81)70004-5/pdf
3. https://youtu.be/_Mlv2Q_HiM0
4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK537220/
5. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21076800/
6. https://www-sciencedirect-com.libproxy.library.unt.edu/topics/neuroscience/benzoyl-peroxide
7. https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/education/resources/highschool/chemmatters/issues/2016-2017/December%202016/chemmatters-dec2016-acne.pdf
8. https://youtu.be/KrMbwDil1hc
9. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC171487/pdf/aac00071-0086.pdf
10. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5697687/#jde13996-bib-0006
11. https://youtu.be/IyxTc0iZ6V8?t=1066s
12. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5697687/#jde13996-bib-0006

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#126

Coffee Part 3! So we all know coffee has caffeine in it. But what if you want your coffee... without the caffeine? Is that as impossible as wanting to have your cake and eat it too? Thankfully no, we all know decaffeinated coffee exists. But how in the actual HECK do they get the caffeine out? Well, there's multiple ways and they are all fascinating. Check it out.

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References from this episode

1. http://bibliotecadigital.uns.edu.ar/pdf/laar/v40n3/v40n3a12.pdf
2. https://www.compoundchem.com/2018/09/26/coffee-decaffeination/
3. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kulathooran_Ramalakshmi/publication/12783410_Caffeine_in_Coffee_Its_Removal_Why_and_How/links/55011f840cf2d61f8211e411.pdf

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#059 Rebroadcast

Ok so, caffeine. Some of us live on the stuff, and others of us want nothing to do with it. There's a lot of things caffeine can do to our bodies, but of course the number one question, is how does it keep the sleepiness away? Let's get into it. And we may find out a few other things caffeine does along the way.

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References from this episode

1. https://twitter.com/BethEyre3/status/1276036218300612608
2. https://www.instagram.com/bethsbrainbites/
3. https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/reactions/videos/2014/the-science-of-caffeine-the-worlds-most-popular-drug.html
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#187

This episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life' delves into the fascinating world of gray hair, exploring its chemistry and biological processes. Hosts Melissa and Jam share personal anecdotes about encountering gray hair before diving into a detailed explanation of how hair turns gray. They discuss the roles of melanin, melanocytes, and enzymes like tyrosinase in hair pigmentation, and how an imbalance in hydrogen peroxide levels within hair follicles can lead to gray hair. Additionally, the episode touches on the impact of genetics and the possible effects of stress and cigarette smoking on graying. They wrap up with some fun discussions on making pizzas and interacting with their community of listeners.

00:00 Opening Banter: Discovering Gray Hair
00:26 Diving Into the Science of Gray Hair
01:22 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts
02:49 Exploring the Chemistry of Hair Color
03:26 Understanding Melanin and Hair Pigmentation
07:07 The Process of Hair Coloration
09:59 Unraveling the Mystery of Gray Hair
11:27 A Deep Dive into the Molecular Mechanisms
19:18 Explaining the Gray Hair Phenomenon with an Analogy
26:28 Diving into Project Blueprint: A Self-Experimentation Journey
27:05 The Science of Reversing Gray Hair: An In-Depth Look
32:38 Exploring the Impact of Stress and Smoking on Hair Color
36:02 The Fascinating World of Hair Under a Microscope
39:59 Sharing Personal Stories and Tips for Outdoor Adventures
44:29 A Culinary Adventure: Making the Perfect Pizza
50:51 Supporting Chemistry Education: A Call to Action

References from this episode:

1. Hair under a microscope pics - https://www.pinterest.com/pin/hair-under-the-microscope-knots-and-splits-can-you-fix-them--99642210476262734/
2. https://faseb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1096/fj.08-125435
3. https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Simplified-pathways-of-tyrosine-derived-melanin-synthesis-showing-enzymatic-steps-subject_fig2_337820571
4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8610071/
5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4033715/
6. https://cen.acs.org/articles/87/i10/Gray-Hair-Blame-Natural-Bleaching.html
7. https://www.chemistryworld.com/podcasts/melanin/3008682.article
8. https://youtu.be/oCtdFSAgKCY

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#125

Well you've probably been there. It's the first significantly cold day of the season, and you turn your car on and the tire pressure light comes on. This is an annual problem for many of us, and we probably don't even really think about why it happens. I mean we all know it happens when it's cold, but what's happening at the molecular level to make our tire pressure low when it's cold? Let's find out.

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References from this episode

1. https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/pressroom/reactions/infographics/why-does-your-coffee-taste-and-smell-delicious.pdf
2. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf8003288
3. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780124095175000103
4. https://youtu.be/ml79faGQg_c
5. https://cen.acs.org/articles/92/i39/Coffee-Brew-Coffee-Beans.html
6. https://i1.wp.com/www.compoundchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/The-Chemistry-of-Coffee-Sept-14-v2.png?ssl=1
7. https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/pressroom/reactions/infographics/coffee-beans-hr.jpg
8. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780128035207000128
9. https://www.proquest.com/docview/1670244789?pq-origsite=summon&accountid=7113
10. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.jafc.9b05436
11. https://ift.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/j.1365-2621.2002.tb11359.x
12. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf800327j
13. https://pubs.acs.org/action/doSearch?action=search&AllField=Roasting&qsSearchArea=AllField
14. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf8003288

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#124

Coffee Part 2! So before we brew coffee, it gets roasted. What is roasting you might ask? Well it's pretty much the stage where all the magic is happening, everything that turns a little fruit seed into a delicious drink. Grab a cup of coffee, and listen to find out what chemistry processes created it.

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References from this episode

1. https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/pressroom/reactions/infographics/why-does-your-coffee-taste-and-smell-delicious.pdf
2. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf8003288
3. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780124095175000103
4. https://youtu.be/ml79faGQg_c
5. https://cen.acs.org/articles/92/i39/Coffee-Brew-Coffee-Beans.html
6. https://i1.wp.com/www.compoundchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/The-Chemistry-of-Coffee-Sept-14-v2.png?ssl=1
7. https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/pressroom/reactions/infographics/coffee-beans-hr.jpg
8. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780128035207000128
9. https://www.proquest.com/docview/1670244789?pq-origsite=summon&accountid=7113
10. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.jafc.9b05436
11. https://ift.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/j.1365-2621.2002.tb11359.x
12. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf800327j
13. https://pubs.acs.org/action/doSearch?action=search&AllField=Roasting&qsSearchArea=AllField
14. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf8003288

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