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There’s no avoiding discussing the banana in this episode, even though it really doesn’t deserve its strong association with Element 19.
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15. Phosphorus: Dealing With The Devil
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The history of phosphorus is largely a tale of people getting their hands dirty. Very, very dirty.
11. Sodium: What’s In Na?
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Turns out ancient sages and seers might’ve actually known a thing or two. Also, is there a good reason for sodium’s chemical symbol? Na.
3. Lithium: The Element of Surprise
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We cautiously approach this explosively reactive element and learn about its surprising ability to stabilize moods, with a brief foray into Bolivian economics along the way.