Sleep With Me Matter, Matters | From the Vault #649
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Sep 25, 2025 Dive into a whimsical exploration of matter, where concepts like solids, liquids, gases, and plasma come alive! Discover how everyday items like ketchup showcase non-Newtonian fluid behavior, and learn about the fascinating phenomenon of sublimation. Curious about the mystical Bose–Einstein condensate? It's all here, alongside playful metaphors that make complex science accessible. Listener insights shape discussions, ensuring a delightful and informative journey through the states of matter!
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Matter Extends Beyond School Basics
- Matter has many everyday and exotic forms beyond the basic three taught in school.
- Curiosity about states of matter leads to surprising connections and deeper understanding.
A Playful Radio Interview To Teach Matter
- Mortimer and Drew stage a playful mock interview to explore states of matter.
- They use a humorous radio-show format to make scientific concepts feel approachable.
What Makes Plasma Unique
- Plasma is ionized gas where electrons separate from nuclei and long-range electromagnetic fields dominate behavior.
- Plasma is distinct from fictional 'goop' and requires high energy to form.
