Melissa and Jam tackle a range of fascinating chemistry questions from their audience in this episode of 'Chemistry For Your Life'. They discuss why glass is transparent, how some foods make our mouth feel hot or cold, and the science behind decaffeinating coffee. Along the way, they share insights about their popular 'ghost holding an Erlenmeyer Flask' merch and highlight the importance of ad placements and community support for the podcast. Tune in to learn all about the chemistry behind these everyday phenomena!

00:00  Introduction and Overview

00:11  Chemistry Questions and Topics

01:27  Merchandise and Halloween Special

03:05  Community Questions and Answers

03:42  Glass Transparency Explained

04:50  Chemistry in Everyday Life

06:56  Spicy and Cool Sensations

09:38  Moisturizers and Healing Ointments

16:19  Understanding Poisons

17:29  Understanding Defense Systems and Poison Dosage

18:32  The Fascinating Effects of Poisons

20:19  Decaffeination Methods Explained

22:43  Exploring Hot Tub Chemicals and pH Indicators

27:33  Addressing Ad Placement Feedback

32:59  Supporting the Podcast and Community

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1. https://courses.ems.psu.edu/matse81/node/2154

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