How does materials science affect our lives? – with Anna Ploszajski

What's the science behind everyday materials like glass, plastic, steel, and sugar? And how can you make a chocolate trumpet? Find out with Anna's demo-packed talk. This lecture was recorded at the Ri on 9 May 2023. If you are watching with young children, you may want to know that the existence of Santa is briefly discussed at one point.

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