A Moment of Science
Applesauce recipes call for sugar, to heighten the sweetness. The recipe is very specific about when to add the sugar--after the apples have cooked. Why?
A team of chemists and microbiologists has put a new spin on a type of photography: a small‑scale spin, to be precise. They photograph bacteria!
Here's a simple experiment you can do at home with your kids. Somebody's bound to learn something.
According to scientists working at the Monell Chemical Senses Center, the smell of cilantro usually produces a "love it" or "hate it" response.
Today's program explores how concrete foundations set underwater.
How do they keep the chips so fresh and crisp inside those plastic bags?
All those little bubbles are popping on my tongue, and it makes that fizzy tingling you feel.
A chemical commonly used for this is called mercaptin. The process of adding the stink is called stenching.
A jar of honey that's been opened and resealed can stay on the shelf for years. Archaeologists have even found ancient jars with unspoiled honey inside.
Did you know that the majority of the world's barley harvest is destined for beer production.
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