Ice Cream Chemistry: The Inside Scoop on a Classic Summer Treat

This ACS video breaks down the chemistry of our favorite frozen treat

Written byAmerican Chemical Society
| 1 min read

The summer weather is here, and if you've been out in the sun, you're probably craving some ice cream to cool off. In the American Chemical Society's latest Reactions video, American University assistant professor Matt Hartings, PhD, breaks down the chemistry of this favorite frozen treat, including what makes ice cream creamy or crunchy, and why it is so sweet. 

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