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It's not rocket science. Oh wait, it is

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Rocket Science

image: This week, Reactions is blasting off with an episode that's all about rockets. Featuring Doane College Postdoctoral Fellow Raychelle Burks, Ph.D., we examine the chemistry of solid and liquid propellants, orbital maneuvering and the "ride-able explosion" that is a rocket launch. You can "launch" the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEoWoQ_Nyaw&feature=youtu.be.. view more 

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WASHINGTON, August 4, 2014 — This week, Reactions is blasting off with an episode that's all about rockets. Featuring Doane College Postdoctoral Fellow Raychelle Burks, Ph.D., we examine the chemistry of solid and liquid propellants, orbital maneuvering and the "ride-able explosion" that is a rocket launch. You can "launch" the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yqiq2lQrqGI.

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