• Ask a Chemist: How can fire have different colors? (and other questions)

  • Jan 2 2025
  • Length: 25 mins
  • Podcast

Ask a Chemist: How can fire have different colors? (and other questions)

  • Summary

  • Question and Response 63

    In this episode Melissa and Jam embark on an 'Ask a Chemist' segment, delving into the ethics surrounding the field of chemistry and addressing listener questions. They discuss managing discussions on the dark side of chemistry, why certain chemicals emit characteristic colors in the flame test, and share personal experiences regarding the toughest classes in their educational journeys. The episode also features listener interactions about nostalgic glow-in-the-dark items and anecdotes about the complexities and joys of studying and practicing chemistry. Join them for an engaging exploration of the ethical dimensions of chemistry and the field's fascinating nuances.

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
    01:15 Addressing the Ethics of Chemistry
    07:29 Fun Chemistry Questions
    09:03 Personal Stories and Hardest Classes
    18:39 Nostalgic Glow-in-the-Dark Items
    21:54 Community Engagement and Closing Remarks

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