Sodium sulfate: Chemistry in its element
Brian Clegg on sodium sulfate, known as 'the miraculous salt' because of its strong laxative effects.
1 Juli 20155min
Methanol: Chemistry in its element
Tempted by a tipple of home-brewed moonshine? Andrew Turley examines the risks associated with drinking methanol.
24 Juni 20155min
Cortisol & Hydrocortisone: Chemistry in its element
Brian Clegg investigates a compound that calms inflamed joints and excites the stressed brain: Cortisol
16 Juni 20155min
Parabens: Chemistry in its element
Ben Valsler examines the chemicals at the heart of one of the latest cosmetic & food additive scare stories: Parabens
10 Juni 20156min
Phosgene: Chemistry in its element
Matt Gunther investigates a clear, colourless gas responsible for thousands of deaths in the Great War: Phosgene
3 Juni 20156min
Calcium hydroxide: Chemistry in its element
It rendered walls of pyramids and helps remove unwanted hair - Brian Clegg introduces a compound with many names - Calcium hydroxide
27 Maj 20156min
Nacre: Chemistry in its element
From a glamorous necklace to cutting edge body armour - Helen Scales investigates the properties of nacre
20 Maj 20155min
Hyaluronic acid: Chemistry in its element
Brian Clegg smooths out the wrinkles over the darling of the cosmetic industry, hyaluronic acid
13 Maj 20156min
