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Once Upon a Christmas Cheery in the Lab of Shakhashiri 2016

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The whole family can watch this fun chemistry show! Professor Bassam Shakhashiri celebrates the 47th anniversary of his holiday lecture with music, explosions and colorful experiments. Watch balloons explode, liquids turn to solids, silver ornaments being made and much more!

Aired: 12/18/16

Rating: TV-G

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