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How the Zebra Got its Stripes (and the Chemistry that made it happen)
Manage episode 498018154 series 2740115
In this episode, we’re exploring the fascinating world of oscillating chemical reactions — those rare reactions that don’t just proceed in one direction, but actually cycle, changing colours as they go.
Our guest is mathematical chemistry PhD candidate Heath Dimsey, who helps us unpack how these mesmerizing reactions work, why they defy what we think we know about chemical processes, and how they even help explain the patterns on animal coats — like the stripes of a zebra or the spots of a leopard.
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week!
Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)
Co-Host: Georgia Stewart
Production: Dr Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)
Media & Promotion: Georgia Stewart
302 episodes
Manage episode 498018154 series 2740115
In this episode, we’re exploring the fascinating world of oscillating chemical reactions — those rare reactions that don’t just proceed in one direction, but actually cycle, changing colours as they go.
Our guest is mathematical chemistry PhD candidate Heath Dimsey, who helps us unpack how these mesmerizing reactions work, why they defy what we think we know about chemical processes, and how they even help explain the patterns on animal coats — like the stripes of a zebra or the spots of a leopard.
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week!
Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)
Co-Host: Georgia Stewart
Production: Dr Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)
Media & Promotion: Georgia Stewart
302 episodes
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