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Q 11 Stereoisomerism

Asymmetrical carbon atoms (chirality centers) and thus the stereoisomerism are explained. Using the example of glucose. Original: "Wolfgang Dukorn" Original: German. All translations in this video have been done by the alugha AI.

How Do Feelings of Happiness Arise?

Feelings of happiness come from the brain’s own opioids. Material things activate the brain's reward center, however, they only create a brief sense of happiness. Social rewards last longer, as they activate areas of the cerebral cortex. Authors: ZDF/Terra Xpress/Autorenkombinat/Birthe Heer/Maximil

Antarctic station GARS O'Higgins

14,205 kilometres from Berlin, storms rage across the Antarctic Peninsula at speeds of up to 250 kilometres per hour. Perched on the northern tip, the German Antarctic Receiving Station GARS O'Higgins, operated by the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) has defie

How dangerous is dioxane in your drinking water?

How worried should you be if 1,4-dioxane gets into your drinking water? 1,4-dioxane is an industrial chemical used as a solvent and a stabilizer -- and in areas where there's environmental contamination, safety is an important question, especially as the substance is a probable human carcinogen. T

5 Signs of Inattentive ADHD (ADD)

You might hear of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), but what about ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)? Inattentive ADHD or ADD can be associated with the student who stares at the window and unwittingly ignores the work in front of them. It is a term used to describe a neurological con

Is this America's most bizarre Thanksgiving Dish?

Okay so this has nothing to do with risk. Or science (sort of). But I couldn't resist making it! I love Thanksgiving. This has to be one of the best holidays, period. Negligible commercialization, great food, and a chance to relax, catch up with family and friends, and contemplate everything you

Why should you vaccinate against HPV?

If you could protect yourself or your children from developing cancer through taking a shot, would you? This week, Risk Bites looks at why HPV vaccines are recommended for protection against cervical and other cancers, and how the risks and benefits pan out. The Risk Bites Team: Producer: Andrew M