Sodium alginate: Chemistry in its element
When Brian Clegg's acid reflux strikes, he knows he can rely on help from this compound: Sodium alginate
17 Sep 20146min
Trimethylamine: Chemistry in its element
It reeks of rotting fish but finds use in a range of applications - Jenna Bilbrey introduces trimethylamine
10 Sep 20140s
Phenol: Chemistry in its element
Phenol, that mainstay of the chemical industry, was a familiar smell around the house in soap. Brian Clegg reveals all
3 Sep 20146min
Glycerol: Chemistry in its element
Simon Cotton describes one of his favourite school chemistry experiments, involving this week's compound: Glycerol
27 Aug 20145min
Osmium tetraoxide: Chemistry in its element
It's highly toxic but essential for studying detailed structures of cells. Brian Clegg introduces osmium tetraoxide
20 Aug 20146min
Magnesium oxide: Chemistry in its element
You may have created it in a fiery flash or taken it to soothe a burning stomach. Simon Cotton on magnesium oxide
13 Aug 20145min
Antifreeze glycoproteins: Chemistry in its element
Why don't fish freeze in sub-zero seas? Helen Scales introduces the compounds that protect them - antifreeze glycoproteins
6 Aug 20145min
Isoamyl acetate: Chemistry in its element
It makes a sweet banana-flavoured treat, but can ruin home brewed beer; Jenna Bilbrey introduces isoamyl acetate
30 Juli 20145min
