A century of tragedy: How the car and gas industry knew about the health risks of leaded fuel but sold it for 100 years anyway
Burning leaded gasoline releases toxic lead into the environment, and for 100 years people around the world have been dealing with the health effects. How did a century of toxic fuel come to be?
Bill Kovarik, Professor of Communication, Radford University •
conversation
Dec. 8, 2021 • ~9 min
Dec. 8, 2021 • ~9 min
Why do frozen turkeys explode when deep-fried?
Deep-fried turkeys are delicious, but making one can be dangerous. The scientific reason for fiery Thanksgiving mishaps? A difference in the densities of ice, water and oil.
Kristine Nolin, Associate Professor of Chemistry, University of Richmond •
conversation
Nov. 18, 2021 • ~6 min
Nov. 18, 2021 • ~6 min
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