Chemistry Support: Where does a fart go? (and other questions)

Question and Response 65

Melissa and Jam delve into a variety of interesting chemistry-related questions sourced from Reddit. They explore why farts stop smelling over time, the non-oily nature of Castile soap, why cookies and candies remain safe to eat at room temperature, and the mechanics behind rice cookers. They also discuss how opening a bottle can freeze its contents and offer reassurance to a chemistry Ph.D. student worried about forgetting basic chemistry knowledge. The episode is filled with insightful explanations, humor, and chemistry support, answering the everyday scientific queries of curious Reddit users.

00:00 Introduction and Reddit Questions Overview

01:44 Where Does a Fart Go?

04:01 Why Cookies and Candy Don't Spoil Quickly

07:31 How Do Rice Cookers Work?

10:52 Why Does Opening a Bottle Freeze the Contents?

15:16 How is Castile Soap Not Oily?

17:18 Forgetting Basic Chemistry as a PhD Student

24:35 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

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