How To Clear Icy Roads, With Science

The video discusses the common practice of using salt to deice roads and its environmental downsides. It explains the science behind freezing point depression and explores alternative salts like magnesium chloride and calcium chloride, which are less harmful but still have drawbacks. The video also covers unconventional eco-friendly methods such as using cheese brine and beet juice, and highlights the use of brine as a preventive measure. While no solution is perfect, the video suggests that there are ways to make roads safer and more environmentally friendly.

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