Critter Chemistry: Three Amazing Insect Scientists (video)

Insects may not be the most charismatic creatures on the planet, but what they lack in cuddliness, they make up for with chemical ingenuity

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Critter Chemistry: Three Amazing Insect Scientists (video)

There are an estimated 10 quintillion insects on the planet. While you may want to swat them all away, some of them are actually fascinating little scientists. In this week's Speaking of Chemistry, Matt Davenport brings you a beetle, a worm, and an ant that can do extraordinary things with chemistry.

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