Science of Chemistry | How Atoms Connect

March 01, 2023 • EPISODE 160

Explore the fascinating world of chemistry in this episode of Science LIVE. Roger Billings breaks down the science of atoms and molecules through fun experiments, showing how chemical bonds shape everything from everyday materials to cutting-edge technology. Discover how chemistry plays a crucial role in daily life, influencing everything from cooking to medicine—and see how these tiny particles have a huge impact!

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Dr. Roger Billings is a visionary innovator whose work has touched the lives of millions of students and transformed the landscape of education. Widely known as “DrB” to the countless kids who benefit from his groundbreaking Acellus learning system, Dr. Billings has dedicated his life to advancing education through technology. As part of DrB’s lifelong commitment to supporting education, Science LIVE was launched as a way to “give back” by mentoring students in conjunction with the Roger Billings Scholarship Program.

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Elexi Harris on December 14, 2024 at 2:55 am

I wonder how small computers can get before we have to completely change our approach. Currently they can get as small as a few nanometers, and atoms are 0.1 nanometers, so it probably won’t be long.
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