Interesting Veritasium YouTube on PCR tests and how they came to be

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The discussion highlights the intrigue surrounding PCR testing, particularly its components like "polymerase" and "chain reaction," which some participants found enlightening despite their initial lack of biological knowledge. Veritaseum is acknowledged as a source of interesting content, though concerns are raised about the reliability of his videos due to a checkered history, including inaccuracies in topics like the speed of light and electricity. Users emphasize the importance of cross-referencing his information, noting instances of misquoting notable figures like Einstein.
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I found this to be very interesting - as someone who never really paid attention to biology. I have heard of PCR testing during the CoVid days, but I didn't know what "polymerase" is, or what "chain reaction" had to do with the test.
 
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Veritaseum has a checkered history with some of his videos. One should always second source his stuff. His videos on speed of light measurement and electricity in a wire are particularly atrocious. He's also been known to misquote Einstein.
 
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