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What is the Blackest Black?

We learn more in honor of the National Chemistry Week theme of “Chemistry Colors Our World

10/19/2015

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Reactions

What is the Blackest Black?

Season 2 Episode 49 | 3m 22s

We learn more in honor of the National Chemistry Week theme of “Chemistry Colors Our World

Reactions is taking a look at the nanoscience behind the worlds blackest black. Chemistry and its carbon nanotubes helps to create a black that will melt your mind. Go to any paint store or nail-polish shelf and you’ll see a dozen or so variations of the color black. Even inside a crayon box, there are a lot of shades. But what is the blackest black out there?

10/19/2015

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Reactions

What is the Blackest Black?

Season 2 Episode 49 | 3m 22s

Reactions is taking a look at the nanoscience behind the worlds blackest black. Chemistry and its carbon nanotubes helps to create a black that will melt your mind. Go to any paint store or nail-polish shelf and you’ll see a dozen or so variations of the color black. Even inside a crayon box, there are a lot of shades. But what is the blackest black out there?

10/19/2015

FromDigital Studios

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