Science in everyday life
How do soaps work?
Washing your hands thoroughly requires soap and water. But how does soap keep your skin clean and free of germs? There is a bit of chemistry underlying how soaps work.
Explanations and experiments relevant to science in daily life. This might be great for parents whose children ask a lot of questions – “Why?” was my favorite as a kid.
If you’re unsure how science fits into your household, keep in mind that many phenomena are explained by science. For example, cooking involves chemical reactions and physical changes. Colors, ultraviolet radiation, and FM radio are all part of the same electromagnetic spectrum.
Washing your hands thoroughly requires soap and water. But how does soap keep your skin clean and free of germs? There is a bit of chemistry underlying how soaps work.
Depending on where you live and your personal habits, you may or may not recycle. But why is it important to recycle? Why isn’t recycling more prevalent?
You’re likely familiar with the fact that a varied diet of fruits and vegetables is recommended for most people. But do you know what helpful compounds are unique to plants? Why is it important to eat a rainbow of foods?
Some people have a hard time with calculus, whereas for others it’s a breeze. Another topic that probably elicits feelings of fear is thermodynamics. But we have simplified basic thermodynamics for you!
Some toddlers love to play in the mud, usually despite the despair of their parents. But being exposed to dirt at an early age actually appears to be beneficial to the immune system.