ChemMatters Archive
ChemMatters is produced by the American Chemical Society in October, December, February, and April. The archive gives you access to all of ChemMatters’ past articles, dating back to February 1983. The most recently released issue is available through a complimentary subscription, if you chose to receive one when you joined AACT.
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Let’s Talk about E-CigarettesThe number of teens who are smoking e-cigarettes has tripled between 2013 and 2014. But how are e-cigarettes affecting their health, and how do they compare with regular cigarettes?
Issue Date | February 2016
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Open for Discussion | Just How Much Salt Do We Need?How do we determine how much salt we need? By looking at people’s diets and how their diets affect their health. Sounds easy? Actually, it’s not.
Issue Date | February 2016
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Shaking Out the Facts about SaltMost people in the United States consume more salt than they should. So is it time to cut back on salt? Not necessarily. The recommended guidelines may need to be revised and the amount of salt that we consume may be just what we need.
Issue Date | February 2016
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Stuck on YouHow do mussels stick to rocks? Lucy loves to talk about it. Not Alex, who has other plans...
Issue Date | February 2016
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A Moldy Situation: Chemistry to the RescueHow do you get rid of mold? Follow the story of Amy, whose house was flooded after Hurricane Sandy hit in late October 2012 and mold started growing in her basement.
Issue Date | December 2015
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As a Matter of Fact | December 2015A Rough Guide to Types of Scientific Evidence
Issue Date | December 2015
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Bacteria Buster! Triclosan Kills Bacteria, but Is It Safe?Triclosan, a chemical compound used in toothpaste, soap, and cosmetics to kill bacteria, has been linked, in animal studies, to allergic reactions, accelerated onset of puberty, and possibly cancer. How does triclosan work, and should we be worried?
Issue Date | December 2015
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Double, Double, Oil, and TroubleFoods rich in omega-3 fatty acids are known for their beneficial effects on our health. What are omega-3 fatty acids, and how are they used by our bodies to keep us healthy?
Issue Date | December 2015
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Geothermal Power: Hot StuffMost of the energy needed to light and heat our homes comes from burning fossil fuels, a process that generates pollution and contributes to climate change. But a clean and sustainable source of energy is also available under our feet, and it is called geothermal energy.
Issue Date | December 2015
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Light in the Cellar of the SeaThe deep sea is a place of bone-chilling water and near-total darkness. Yet, marine organisms emit light to either find food or attract prey. Little is known about them, but marine scientists are slowly revealing many of their secrets.
Issue Date | December 2015