Episode

How does reverse osmosis actually work?

Podcast: Chemistry For Your Life
Published: Apr 23, 2026
Duration seconds: 2306
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When a retired chemist wrote in… we had to explore to his great questions. How does reverse osmosis actually work? Should you put aluminum foil in your dishwasher? Why do mixed powders mysteriously un-mix themselves? This episode is full of clever questions, surprising chemistry, and very strong contributions from listener Vince!