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Strand B: Biochemistry

Pavlova meringue with fruit

Meringue: The Science Behind a Wonderfully Fluffy Dessert

STEM Explained

Learn about the biochemistry of cooking meringue.

orn ethanol plant next to corn field

How is Ethanol Made?

Backgrounders

Ethanol is a biofuel that can power a car. Learn about the enzymes, catalysts and processes like fermentation involved in ethanol production.

How does detergent work?

How does detergent work?

Hands-on Activities

Become a pro at washing dishes! Learn how the chemical structure of detergent makes it perfect for attracting grease and grime.

Weighing the hops

Hop To It! The Science Behind Beer

STEM Explained

Brewing beer involves a series of complex biochemical reactions.

Hand with screwdriver “repairing” DNA

DNA Damage and Repair

Backgrounders

This backgrounder explains the different ways that cells repair damage to DNA.

Can we make butter?

Can we make butter?

Hands-on Activities

Do you like butter? Find out how easy it is to make!

heavy metal band

A Taste of Heavy Metal

STEM Explained

Heavy metal is a term for some toxic chemical elements. They can cause problems like bioaccumulation, but are useful in nuclear medicine and medical imaging.