Exploring the significance of bleach in daily life, this chapter covers its efficacy in cleaning, water purification, and stain removal. The speaker addresses common queries about bacterial resistance, differences between color-safe and traditional bleach, and safe handling practices. Additionally, personal and historical connections to the smell of bleach are discussed, emphasizing the importance of innovation and curiosity in the field of chemistry.
It lives under your sink and may have saved your life but… WHAT THE FUNK IS BLEACH? Hot off of a beaker-laden lab tour, Alie chats with Dr. Evan Rumberger, a bleach scientist, about his work, his history, what bleach IS, what it turns into, and how to appreciate this household staple. Also: what exactly is in swimming pools and how to tie-dye shirts when you’re goth. This was part of a partnership with Clorox, but Alie thought the chemistry was cool enough to share with Ologites.
For more bleach facts, this link's got 'em: FactsAboutBleach.com
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