> I have work that’s due soon
> I have things I am going to do this weekend
> I should get this work down now
> 3 hours later
Carbon tetrafluoride (or perfluoride), is an example of a basic perfluorocarbon. One of the properties of these compounds is that they can easily dissolve oxygen gas, as evidenced by the mouse that is breathing while completely submerged in the solution. Because perfluorides dissolve oxygen instead of binding to oxygen like hemoglobin, perfluorides can deposit oxygen up to twice as fast and could potentially be used to make artificial blood.
What? I thought this didn’t exist?! =O (Just kidding.)
Via The Daily Chemist
The Harry Potter author is to write an episode Doctor Who, the BBC has confirmed.
Rowling, who has recently announced an adult novel, will be working closely with show runner Steven Moffat as he develops the upcoming…
(Source: BBC)
Lab Ratt: A Portal Fan-Film
Synthetic PictureHaus is set to release a Portal fan-film called Lab Ratt. For a fan-film, Lab Ratt looks incredibly professional and well-done. Were it not for the Aperture Science logos and companion cubes, it may mistaken for a professionally-produced art film.
More information about the film can be found on the film’s facebook page.
Via Kindle of Kittens
