Chris Murray
Associate Professor (Physics)
I teach undergraduate physics and conduct research in biopolymers and environmental technology.
Why Do Apples Turn Brown After You Cut Them?
Has your fresh juicy apple turned an unsightly brown? Learn about the redox reaction behind the transformation.
Polystyrene: The Pros, the Cons, the Chemistry
Learn the organic chemistry behind this very useful plastic. Why is recycling polystyrene hard? Why does polystyrene often end up as solid waste?
How can I make glue?
Discover how to use some common kitchen ingredients to make glue.