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Salt, Diamonds and DNA: 5 Surprising Facts About Crystals

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.

Salt, Diamonds and DNA: 5 Surprising Facts About Crystals

Season 1 Episode 22 | 3m 6s

Many people think of crystals as little more than sparkly things behind glass cases in museums. But crystals are everywhere, from the dinner table to the human body. Because 2014 is the International Year of Crystallography, Reactions is celebrating with a video highlighting five surprising facts about crystals.

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