WASHINGTON, Jan 19, 2015 -- Dark, milk, semi-sweet or white, chocolate is a favorite treat for many --many humans that is. As much as we like it, chocolate can be lethal to our canine friends. Why can we humans eat chocolate without any negative effects (besides cavities), but dogs can't? The answer has to do with a specific component of cocoa, and of course, chemistry. This week, Reactions explains the chemistry behind chocolate poisoning in dogs (and cats). Check it out here: https://youtu.be/X86co4E1NvE.
Honey is great. It's perfect for drizzling over your toast or stirring into your tea, it's also the special ingredient in your favorite lip balm. What most people don't know is that during the trip from the flower in the field to the jar on your table, honey spends an awful lot of time in a bee's gut. This week, Reactions goes into the beehive and explores how honey is made: https://youtu.be/Hq0SBwkLvUo. Credit: The American Chemical Society
source: American Chemical Society