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What's That Stuff?

You might ask yourself... What's That Stuff?

Ever wondered about what's really in hair coloring, Silly Putty, Cheese Wiz, artificial snow, or self-tanners? C&EN presents a collection of articles that gives you a look at the chemistry behind a wide variety of everyday products.

  • November 14, 2005
    Vol. 83, issue 46
    Kava
    Kava
  • August 1, 2005
    Vol. 83, issue 31
    Catnip
    Catnip
  • July 18, 2005
    Vol. 83, issue 29
    Golf Balls
    Golf Balls
  • May 16, 2005
    Vol. 83, issue 20
    Whisky
    Whisky
  • February 21, 2005
    Vol. 83, issue 8

    Gasoline
  • November 22, 1999
    Vol. 77, issue 47
    Asphalt
    Asphalt
  • March 29, 1999
    Vol. 77, issue 13

    Baseballs
  • February 15, 1999
    Vol. 77, issue 7
    Lycra/Spandex
    Lycra/Spandex
  • July 12, 1999
    Vol. 77, issue 28
    Lipstick
    Lipstick
  • January 4, 1999
    Vol. 77, issue 3
    Lighsticks
    Lightsticks
  • November 16, 1998
    Vol. 76, issue 46
    Ink
    Ink
    • August 31, 1998
      Vol. 76, issue 35
      Cement
      Cement