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Reactions
How Much Water Can Kill You?
This is what happens inside your body that causes too much water to kill you.
Why Does Toothpaste Make Orange Juice Taste Bad?
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.
Why Does Toothpaste Make Orange Juice Taste Bad?
Season 1 Episode 29 | 2m 5s
It’s happened to many of us: Half asleep in the morning, you finish brushing your teeth and reach for your daily glass of orange juice. After taking a big swig, you spit it back out, making a face like you’ve just chewed on a lemon. Turns out, a specific chemical in your toothpaste is responsible for that nasty taste. Reactions explains why toothpaste and orange juice don’t mix.
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