35: Art - The Science of Metalsmithing from LuxeSci

35: Art - The Science of Metalsmithing

35 minutes Posted May 26, 2023 at 2:07 pm.

: Dr Lex introduces what smithing is and what metals are. Can you define a metal? Did you know that many elements are metals such as calcium and sodium? What in the world is grain structure? Make sure you have your periodic table with you for this segment.

: Dr. Dimos dives into the world of iron. Where does iron come from? How is it found in nature? How have humans been working with iron over the centuries? How is it used by scientists to indicate life on Mars?

Dr. Lex is back with a primer on copper. What forms does copper take? How is it extracted from the earth? What techniques are used to fashion copper into all sorts of beautiful objects? Dr. Lex also talks a little bit about the immunology behind why she has an allergic response to metals.

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Our favorite part - fun cocktail party facts

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This week we're taking a deep dive into the shiny world of metals. Dr. Lex tries to define a metal and takes on a tour of their internal structures. Dr. Dimos talks all things iron, including why iron deposits indicate life on Mars. Join us for the all the nerdy fun!

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