Reagent, Laboratory, Technical: Chemistry Grades Explained
August 3, 2020
A chemical is not just a chemical. Chemicals are rated by “grades” which are based on a series of accepted measurements and standards. A chemical’s..
Tin (II) Fluoride and a Generation of Healthier Teeth
July 27, 2020
Tin (II) fluoride is a slightly water soluble, white, lustrous crystalline powder. Also known as Stannous fluoride, it is widely used as an oral care..
A Field Guide to the Chemicals In Your Car Battery
July 20, 2020
Car batteries use chemical reactions to produce electric currents. The typical car battery is far more complex than you might think, consisting of..
The Science Behind Face Masks
June 22, 2020
With the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors and scientists have debated back and forth about the effectiveness of face masks.
Understanding the Chemistry in Your Car
June 15, 2020
The over one billion automobiles in existence owe much of their functionality to basic chemical reactions. In the U.S. alone there are over ..
Summer is Here and Science Says Chemicals in Sunscreen are More Helpful than Harmful
June 8, 2020
Regular sunscreen usage is important, and it’s hard to argue it’s unhealthy. A rise in “organic” and “natural” sunscreens has many people questioning..
Silicon Carbide: The Stardust Power Agent
June 1, 2020
Everyone loves diamonds. They're luxurious, they're stylish, and they're the hardest natural material known to man. But did you know diamonds have..
4 Uses of Sulfur Sublimed USP Powder
May 25, 2020
If you have ever been around a smoldering match you are familiar with the smell of gaseous sulfur. But did you know sulfur can be used as a solid?
Everyday Uses of Thallium You Didn’t Know About
May 18, 2020
Thallium is a bluish-white hued metal found in trace amounts throughout the Earth’s crust. In its purest state thallium is both tasteless and..