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The Periodic Table Turns 150
By David Warmflash
That iconic chart of elements in your classroom turns 150 this year! Celebrate with a look at its past and a peek into its intriguing future.
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Unpacking the Paleo Diet
By Michael Tinnesand
Many dieticians said there was no evidence that this lifestyle trend was beneficial. But today, proponents continue to promote it.

Profile:听Chanc茅e Lundy Catalyzes Change
By听Christine Suh
Helping Communities with Chemistry.
Using her passion for community-based environmental justice, she and a fellow engineer co-founded an environmental consulting firm.
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Making Sense of Milk
By Frankie Wood-Black
The array of milk options on store shelves can be overwhelming. Breaking down their differences will help you choose which ones to try.
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What鈥檚 Sunless Tanner?
By Tien M. Nguyen
With that summer glow still a few months away, you might be interested in a faux glow. Here鈥檚 a primer on how tanning products work.
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Clean, Green Chemistry
By XiaoZhi Lim
High school students from around the U.S. try their hand at green chemistry, an approach that prioritizes the planet and people's health.
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