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How To Bring Stale Chips And Bread Back From The Dead

Reactions is a show that uncovers the chemistry all around us. We answer the burning questions you’ve always wanted to ask, blending the worlds of science and every-day life.

How To Bring Stale Chips And Bread Back From The Dead

Season 3 Episode 40 | 3m 39s

Nothing kills snack time quite like staleness. With football season right in front of us, so we wanted to offer you some pro tips on how to revitalized your stale snacks. Oh and of course, with a whole lot of chemistry for you to chomp on.

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