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EPISODE · Feb 4, 2025 · 31 MIN

Why does salt make food taste so good?

from Brains On! Science podcast for kids · host Brains On Universe

Salt is made up of tiny crystals! Under a microscope, some salt crystals look like pyramids, staircases, or even snowflakes. But why do these salty little crystals make food so tasty?Join Molly and co-host Yasmin as they explore the science of salt. They’ll head to the Brains On Labrakitchen with producer Anna Goldfield for a lesson about salt science. Then, food journalist and cookbook author Priya Krishna will stop by to chat about cooking with salt. Plus, a mystery sound so tricky, it might make you a little salty! Subscribe to Smarty Pass for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by: Indeed.com/brainson - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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