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Chemical & Engineering News: What's That Stuff?

Chemical & Engineering News: What's That Stuff?
You might ask yourself... What's That Stuff? Ever wondered about what's really in hair coloring, Silly Putty, Cheese Wiz, artificial snow, or self-tanners? C&EN presents a collection of articles that gives you a look at the chemistry behind a wide variety of everyday products. Sort: Alphabetically (Text Only) | Most Recent

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Budget Update Improving Economy Can’t Keep Up With Spending Growth: The good news is that California’s economy is growing and tax revenue is on the rise. The Governor projects Big 3 Revenues1 to grow by $4.5 billion in 2012-13. This means more money in the bank to fund priorities like our public school classrooms and public safety. Unfortunately, the Governor’s Budget would increase spending so much next year that it will outpace the state’s revenue growth: The Governor’s January 2012 budget assumes that General Fund spending will grow $6 billion to $92.6 billion – a 7% increase from the adjusted 2011-12 budget2.

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