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Reddit Chemistry: Why do metals make different-colored flames? (and other questions)

Chemistry, Atomic Physics, Inorganic Chemistry and podcast hosted by Melissa and Jam

Chemistry For Your Life

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Melissa and Jam answer science questions drawn from Reddit, including why different metals produce different flame colors and why carbon has its own major branch of chemistry. The episode also considers the gap between discovering something that works and understanding its mechanism, with stories about laboratory mistakes.

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