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For us nerds, facts and measurable data count. Of course, this also applies in the kitchen. That's why a measuring cup is an absolute must! This on...
View full detailsIf you happen to be present at a dihydrogen monoxide (DHMO) breach, you need to act fast! After all, this vile chemical compound sends countless pe...
View full detailsCold hands are just the worst. They're not only extremely uncomfortable, they might also prevent you from using your smartphone! And that's somethi...
View full detailsGenerally speaking, one would think that most humans would avoid dangerous situations and substances in their everyday lives. But our investigative...
View full detailsOver the last few decades, geeks and nerds have managed to conquer most parts of everyday life and we can proudly display our interests by wearing ...
View full detailsWhen the dirty dishes in your kitchen are stacked so high that you start to expect Sauron's fiery eye at the top of them, it's time to do the dishe...
View full detailsThe Plantarium Garden Lab lets you grown seeds without the need for constant watering. Perfect if yours is the kind of home where plants usually ha...
View full detailsAs we know, alcohol is never really a solution. Well, unless you ask a chemist. They'll tell you that, in fact, alcohol IS a solution. Maybe not to...
View full detailsFor some reason, scientific terms tend to leave many people in awe – even frightened at times. For example, if you were to tell your colleagues tha...
View full detailsIf school has taught us one thing, it's that nothing would work without chemistry. Ever since shedding the stigma of alchemy in the 17th and 18th c...
View full detailsTrust in God is one thing. Most scientists here would probably reject it as the basis of their existence. It's hardly verifiable, very uncertain an...
View full detailsYou call it “baking”, we call it “experiment observing the qualities of different chemicals under the influence of continuous heating”. And for tha...
View full detailsLet’s talk about dihydrogen monoxide (DHMO). This colourless and odourless chemical is extremely dangerous and yet we all come into contact with it...
View full detailsFor someone who is in contact with chemicals such as sodium chloride and dihydrogen monoxide on a daily basis, handles all kinds of acids and bases...
View full detailsYou call it “baking”, we call it “experiment observing the qualities of different chemicals under the influence of continuous heating”. And for tha...
View full detailsWe all know the saying that cooking is an art and baking is a science. After all, even the most messed-up dinner can be salvaged, whereas just a mi...
View full detailsThere are different techniques you can use to help you with your chemistry lessons. One way is with the help of jokes: Helium comes into a bar. The...
View full detailsIf you're interested in the inner workings of our universe and what makes it tick, you'll sooner or later encounter the periodic table. In this han...
View full detailsThe average nerd prefers his coffee black. No milk, no sugar, no frills. But from time to time, a latte macchiato, crema or some other fancy form o...
View full detailsIn physics, you can find many renowned scientists and theorists that are good role models. But the smallest role models are often overlooked in the...
View full detailsNo wonder protons are such strong forces of attraction - their positivity is irresistible. And it's the same thing with people, so why don't you ta...
View full detailsDihydrogen monoxide is just like many other chemical substances – the dose makes the poison. It is not only the quantity that determines the danger...
View full detailsIn 1989, Phil Katz thought that you could really make money with compression. He was not entirely wrong, because the invention of the ZIP format ma...
View full detailsEverything used to be better back in the day – all you had to do was remember four elements! Since antiquity, however, not only has the definition ...
View full detailsPlant cultivation is a science in itself. No wonder it also has many fans among nerds. And especially when you spend a lot of time at home gaming, ...
View full detailsThe kitchen can be a dangerous place - you handle acid, sharp blades and high heat and trigger chemical reactions. There should be a lot more warni...
View full detailsDo you know this too? As soon as you get into the kitchen to cook, dozens of chemical questions start running through your head. What is the atomic...
View full detailsGaze lovingly at the main active substance of your favourite beverage. It might give you an extra dose of concentration and attention ;). Whether y...
View full detailsThere are a few things you can't predict: Who dies next on Game of Thrones, the Spanish Inquisition or the element of surprise Ah! This little elem...
View full detailsIt's the small things that make us happy... For chemists it's the good old periodic table. You probably already know it by heart, but it ...
View full detailsIt’s perfectly normal if you don’t get along with everyone you meet – some things are just not meant to be. It sucks, however, if there are other r...
View full detailsYes, we all know the stereotype: nerds don't like to party and would even spend their birthday in front of the computer instead of going out with f...
View full detailsForget everything your chemistry teacher told you*: "Don't drink from the test tubes"; "Be careful with fluids"; "Don...
View full detailsThere are many curious and often somewhat strange-looking creatures in the deep sea. One of the best known is the so-called blobfish, whose scienti...
View full detailsAt first glance, Batman and chemistry don't have much in common – except maybe that both are more popular with nerds than with the average populati...
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