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Why New York Has the Best Bagels

Season 2 Episode 24 | 3m 12s

Reactions takes on the science and chemistry behind New York City’s bagel supremacy. Many agree that the Big Apple has the best bagels in the world, but many also disagree on why. Some say it’s the tap water, others say it’s the dough, and a few say it’s purely attitude. We dive into the chemistry of these tasty breakfast treats with the help of a top chef.

Aired: 05/17/15

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Episode: S11 E12 | 8:34

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Are there really microplastics in chewing gum? George tries to find out.

Episode: S11 E11 | 15:15

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Episode: S11 E10 | 8:46

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Liquid Marbles are the Coolest Scientific Breakthrough I've Made (So Far)

George tries to make a new discovery in a huge field of science... and he might have.

Episode: S11 E9 | 11:15

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Exposing Fake Honey Using Carbon-13

This week Alex takes to the lab and investigates the stable isotopes in 20 different honeys.

Episode: S11 E8 | 12:00

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George Figures Out Static Electricity

Rubbing two balloons together leads George to a shocking discovery.

Episode: S11 E7 | 20:29

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The Performance Enhancing Drug They Can't Ban

Is baking soda a legal, performance enhancing drug?

Episode: S11 E6 | 11:25

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Why Norway's Osmosis Power Plant Failed

George tries to make electricity using dialysis tubing, toilet parts, and a baby turbine.

Episode: S11 E5 | 8:10

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Alex wonders what happens when hot water freezes quicker than room temperature water?

Episode: S11 E4 | 13:59

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Episode: S11 E13 | 16:29

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Episode: S11 E12 | 8:34

Watch • 15:15

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Didn't Believe There Were Microplastics in Gum So I Tested My Spit

Are there really microplastics in chewing gum? George tries to find out.

Episode: S11 E11 | 15:15

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Is Water Magnetic?

Is water bending real?

Episode: S11 E10 | 8:46

Watch • 11:15

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Liquid Marbles are the Coolest Scientific Breakthrough I've Made (So Far)

George tries to make a new discovery in a huge field of science... and he might have.

Episode: S11 E9 | 11:15

Watch • 12:00

Reactions

Exposing Fake Honey Using Carbon-13

This week Alex takes to the lab and investigates the stable isotopes in 20 different honeys.

Episode: S11 E8 | 12:00

Watch • 20:29

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George Figures Out Static Electricity

Rubbing two balloons together leads George to a shocking discovery.

Episode: S11 E7 | 20:29

Watch • 11:25

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The Performance Enhancing Drug They Can't Ban

Is baking soda a legal, performance enhancing drug?

Episode: S11 E6 | 11:25

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Why Norway's Osmosis Power Plant Failed

George tries to make electricity using dialysis tubing, toilet parts, and a baby turbine.

Episode: S11 E5 | 8:10

Watch • 13:59

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Hot Water Freezes Either Faster or Slower Than Cold Water

Alex wonders what happens when hot water freezes quicker than room temperature water?

Episode: S11 E4 | 13:59