How Does Pepper Spray Work?

Reactions Science Videos | May 1, 2019

Personal safety is something we all should take seriously. Whether it’s walking down a dark street at night or fighting off grizzly bears on the trail, pepper spray is an effective tool to fend off an attacker and get safely away. But have you ever thought about what gives this personal-defense-in-a-can its bite –– is it just weaponized hot sauce? This week on Reactions, we’re taking a look at what’s going on inside these little canisters, and we’ll give you some tips on what to do if you accidentally spray yourself.


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Salting-out and salting-in: competitive effects of salt on the aggregation behavior of soy protein particles and their emulsifying properties

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