The Diatomics

Two students explain chemistry in an easy and understandable way.

How Common Science Experiments Work

In this episode we will be explaining how common science experiments, such as elephant toothpaste and slime, work

08-14
17:51

Things In Chemistry That Are Just Weird

In this episode we will be discussing the octet rule and why it does not always hold true, even though it is a rule in chemistry, along with an observation that seems to defy logic called the Mpemba effect and some theories on why it occurs.

01-15
18:07

What are Astrochemistry and Biochemistry?

In this episode we will be going over two branches of chemistry, what exactly they are and how they are used in our lives.

01-01
15:37

The Chemistry of Allergies

In this episode we will be discussing how histamines cause allergies and why antihistamines help prevent these reactions, along with how epinephrine helps individuals in anaphylaxis and how it can be synthesized outside of the body.

12-20
11:56

Forms of Carbon

In this episode we will go over the similarities and differences of some carbon based compounds. Ranging from coal to graphene.

12-04
14:10

Why Are Bromine And Mercury Liquids?

In this episode we will be discussing the chemistry of Bromine and Mercury and why they are the only two elements that are liquid at room temperature.

09-11
12:37

Lesser Known Science Experiments

In this episode we will be going over some lesser known science experiments that you can try at home, and how they work.

08-28
13:45

Chemical Inventions in the 1900s

In this episode we will be talking about two inventions in the 1900s: acrylic paint and Kevlar.

07-31
19:50

Jobs In Chemistry

In this episode we will be discussing different jobs in the field of chemistry. All of the salaries are based on the average in the U.S.

07-17
19:06

The Chemistry of Eco-Friendly Plastics

In this episode we will be discussing the creation and uses of bioplastics, biodegradable plastics, and recycled plastics, and why they are not always as environmentally friendly as they seem.

07-03
20:05

Chemical Synthesis (Flavoring and Fuel)

In this episode we will be discussing how vanilla and gasoline can be created synthetically, along with why synthesis of these products is important.

06-19
18:42

What’s So Special About Water?

In this episode we will be taking a look at why water is so important in chemistry, along with what makes it different from other substances.

06-05
22:11

Chemistry of Baking and Cooking

In this episode we will be discussing the chemistry involved when you cook meat and bake bread.

01-16
25:48

Poisons of The Periodic Table

In this episode we will be taking a look at some of the most dangerous elements on the periodic table and what exactly they do to cause so much damage.

01-09
19:37

The Chemistry of Tasting

In this episode we will be discussing how exactly we taste things from a chemical perspective.

11-27
19:04

The Chemistry of The Formation of Crystals

In this episode we will be discussing some of the basics of crystals and how some crystals you can easily make at home are actually formed.

11-04
19:19

Dopamine and Serotonin

In this episode we will be discussing the chemicals in your body that are known for making you happy.

10-10
17:16

Acid Rain

In this episode we will be discussing acid rain, what it is, and how it does damage.

09-24
08:59

Caffeine

In this episode we are discussing how caffeine works and some other fun facts about it.

09-05
15:31

Acids And Bases

In this episode we will go over the difference between acids and bases, what they are, and some ways to tell if something is an acid or base.

09-02
16:22

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