Episodios

  • The Chemistry Behind Caramelisation

    The Chemistry Behind Caramelisation
    Feb 2 2026

    Caramelisation is an essential culinary process that turns simple ingredients into mouth-watering dishes, but what's actually happening when sugar goes from white crystals to that complex, nutty, bittersweet liquid?


    In today's episode of the chempod, we will explore the sticky but rich world of caramelisation, how it works, what foods it is involved with, and practical tips in the kitchen so that you can finesse the art of creating the perfect caramelised treat.

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    15 m
  • Valence Bond Theory Versus Molecular Orbital Theory

    Valence Bond Theory Versus Molecular Orbital Theory
    Jan 19 2026
    Everything in the world is made of atoms, and all atoms are connected by bonds—but what exactly are bonds, and how do they hold things together? Scientists have contemplated this throughout the 20th century, and two major theories have emerged from their musings: valence bond theory and molecular orbital theory. In this episode, we uncover how these theories rose as one of the first applications of quantum mechanics, opening in chemistry and physics a new area of study, as well as how they began a century-long feud yet to be resolved.

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    26 m
  • Season 2: Chempod is Back!

    Season 2: Chempod is Back!
    Jan 5 2026

    The Chempod is an outlet for the curious minds of potential chemists, a dedicated platform for your eager questions to be answered, a home to all life-long learners - that is what the ChemPod is here for.


    We are your hosts and Co-Presidents, Charlize and Vanessa.


    If you have any topics you would like to learn more about, or would like to join the team as a producer, editor or artist, please email chempod@harrowschool.hk or contact both of us.


    Let's get bonding!

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    2 m
  • Spectroscopy and Spectrophotometry: Development, Mechanism and Applications

    Spectroscopy and Spectrophotometry: Development, Mechanism and Applications
    Jan 15 2024
    What is the methodology behind forensics? How are proteins quantified? How do you tell if the compounds in your experiment are impure (to answer that 3 marker on your chemistry test)? Well then, spectroscopy and spectrophotometry will answer all your questions!

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    14 m
  • Samsung Batteries: Expanding... and Exploding?

    Samsung Batteries: Expanding... and Exploding?
    Nov 26 2023
    Some of you may have heard of or remember the incident back in 2016 when Samsung released the Galaxy Note 7, the phone infamous for its exploding battery. Recently, many content creators have discovered that several of their devices are expanding, with a notable trend – the majority of these problematic devices are Samsung's. Join us as we delve into this concerning revelation and explore the implications of Samsung batteries expanding, and possibly, exploding

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    6 m
  • Blood in the Lab: The Chemistry Behind Fake blood

    Blood in the Lab: The Chemistry Behind Fake blood
    Nov 5 2023
    Have you ever wanted to fake an injury to skip a class? Have you ever wanted to pretend to be a soldier in a war, fighting for their country? Or, even better, have you ever wanted to act like a surgeon performing surgery? Well… I have just the perfect solution for you.

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    5 m
  • Powering the Future: Exploring Sodium Batteries and the Rise of Eco-Friendly Energy Storage

    Powering the Future: Exploring Sodium Batteries and the Rise of Eco-Friendly Energy Storage
    Oct 15 2023
    Lithium-ion batteries are used in almost all of our everyday devices, but they pose many harms to the environment, such as contaminating water supplies. The recent invention of sodium batteries may be able to overcome these disadvantages. This makes us wonder, what's to come for this new generation of batteries?

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    4 m
  • The Chemical Revolutionaries: The Four Visionaries Who Shaped Modern Chemistry

    The Chemical Revolutionaries: The Four Visionaries Who Shaped Modern Chemistry
    Oct 1 2023
    Who invented dynamite? Who contributed to the early establishment of the conservation of mass? Chemistry has revolutionised the way we live our lives, and this episode will give you an insight into some of the most influential chemists that continue to shape the world of modern chemistry even to this day.

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    6 m