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Dive into the science proteins, the remarkable macromolecules that literally build our bodies, and explore the vital roles they play in our lives.
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Fresh water is a scarce resource on our planet – but how many of us are aware of how much water is needed to make the foods we eat every day?
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Stacking up: use common household items like coins and paper explore one of the most significant scientific discoveries of the 19th century.
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I’ve got the power: meet a simple device that can create a powerful sterilizing solution from just air, water, and electricity.
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Learn how to do quantitative chemistry using microscale techniques with bottle tops and inexpensive spirit burners that are relatively easy and quick to set up.
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