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The Science Behind Onion Tears: Sharp Knives vs. Blunt Knives

This chapter delves into the chemistry that makes cutting onions provoke tears and features a live experiment comparing sharp and blunt knives. Listeners gain insights into the compounds released during chopping and their impact on tear production.

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