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April 23, 2012

Pink Slime

Ammonia’s the player in this beleaguered meat product
By Carmen Drahl
October 24, 2011

Blue Jeans

Making the iconic pants requires both color-addition and color-removal chemistry
November 8, 2010

Hair Straighteners

Cross-linkers, redox chemistry, or high pH, all in the name of beauty
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October 11, 2010

Fix-A-flat

A combination of liquefied propellant and tire sealant helps stranded motorists
September 6, 2010

Road Markings

Pigments, polymers, and reflective spheres help keep you safe on the road
August 9, 2010

Trick Candles

A little magnesium dust ignites surprise at birthday parties
March 29, 2010

Body Armor

High-tech ceramics protect soldiers from a wide range of ballistic threats
March 22, 2010

Wasabi

In condiments, horseradish stands in for the real thing
January 25, 2010

Hand Warmers

Small packets of warmth work through a simple exothermic reaction

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