Chemistry Christmas Countdown

Chemistry Christmas Countdown

Taking a brief moment in a day to appreciate how everything - even christmas themed things - are underpinned by Chemistry. Made by ChemSoc at the University of Birmingham.

Episodes

December 24, 2020 1 min
This is just me rambling uncut. We would really appreciate some feedback on the podcast if you have any (contact anyone from chemsoc to relay feedback) and yeah.... HAVE A FANTASTIC CHRISTMAS!!!!
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Day 24 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown, yupppp more snow because we LOVE snow. I really hope you've enjoyed this podcast and I hope you have an INCREDIBLE Christmas :)))))
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December 23, 2020 2 mins
Day 23 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we take a moment to think about the different varieties of fake snow. Enjoyyyyyyy (also I have a cold - sorry for the slightly clogged voice and deeper breaths lol)
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December 22, 2020 3 mins
Day 22 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown, where we look at glass. And yes, glass is plenty christmas themed, thanks. We talk about its chemical composition, which is cooler than just sand btw.
I hope you enjoy :)
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December 21, 2020 2 mins
Day 21, where i go nuts about chemistry by discussing chemistry about nuts. Not long until Christmas now. (also, brace yourself for a bit of rambling, and i have a cold so the audio sounds a bit worse)....Enjoy!
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December 20, 2020 2 mins
Day 20 of the chemistry christmas countdown, we're getting pretty near to christmas now... hope you enjoy :)
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December 19, 2020 3 mins
Day 19 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown, where we talk about cellulose, recycling, and I guilt you with a landfill fact - merry christmas!
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December 18, 2020 2 mins
Day 18 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we briefly look at the chemistry behind most fabrics - be that in your ribbons or your wooly jumpers. Enjoy :)))
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December 17, 2020 2 mins
Day 17 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we look at the silver mirror effect that comes from using Tollens' reagent. Some of you may know this reaction from A levels - if that's you, why not enjoy a recap? Some of you may have never heard of it - don't worry, I don't go into much depth. I hope you enjoy :))
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December 16, 2020 2 mins
Day 16 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we talk about chocolate and some of the affects of it. You also can probably guess what type of chocolate I like most, and what kind of chocolate I might not like... Either way, enjoy the episode :)
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December 15, 2020 2 mins
Day 15 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we look at candles, what they're made of, how they work... and just simple stuff i was never taught as a kid. Also, look up candles in space - it's pretty cool. Hope you enjoy :))))
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December 14, 2020 2 mins
DAY 14 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we look at the pigment in carrots... but also reflect on how... ordinary vegetables are now mascots for christmas? enjoy :)
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December 13, 2020 2 mins
Day 13 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown, where we take a look at the other common type of bulb present in christmas lights and briefly touch on some chemistry behind the glow. I hope you enjoy, and can appreciate a lot of chemistry goes on behind all the festivities - enjoy!! :)
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December 12, 2020 2 mins
Day 12 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we overview all the different chemicals that have been used to make tinsel. enjoy!! :)
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December 11, 2020 2 mins
Today we discuss incadescent light bulbs and the chemistry behind them... we'll discuss LEDs on another day. I hope you're all excited for christmas, and that you enjoy this episode.
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December 10, 2020 2 mins
Day 10 of the chemistry christmas countdown, part 2 of 2 about candy canes - looking at chemistry behind colourants.
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December 9, 2020 2 mins
Day 9 of the chemistry christmas countdown where we talk about how sweets are made. Part 1 of 2 episodes about Candy canes. enjoy :)
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December 8, 2020 2 mins
Day 8 of the Chemistry Christmas Countdown where we think about snow, how it forms, and how cool it is. Enjoy!
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This is the final episode on the magi's nativity gifts. What even is myyrh? find out here! I hope you enjoy :)
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Part 2 of 3 episodes looking at some Chemistry underpinning the gifts of the 3 magi in the Nativity, enjoy! :)))
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