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Reactions
How Can Fertilizer Explode?
Spoiler Alert! It's because of the ammonium nitrate.
The Terrifying (but Awesome) Science Behind Red Tides
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.
The Terrifying (but Awesome) Science Behind Red Tides
Season 6 Episode 9 | 11m 39s
Maybe you already knew that deadly algal tides discolor ocean waves, deplete the water of oxygen, and release toxins that can kill a huge range of ocean critters, but did you know that the tiny organisms that cause red tides are also an extremely important part of our ecosystem? We dive into the science behind th
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