What is silica gel and why shouldn’t you eat it?
Moment Of Um · Brains On Universe
February 24, 20256m 23s
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Show Notes
Have you ever gotten a new toy or pair of sneakers and noticed there’s a little white paper packet inside the box filled with tiny clear balls? It’s called silica gel. But what is this stuff? And why are the little packets labeled “Do not eat?” We asked science professor Mark Lorch to help us find the answer.
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