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The hard facts on rocks---on the Earth and beyond---are explored. Included: a collection of moon rocks at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston is examined. Also: how marble and granite are extracted, cut and polished; how California geysers harness the heat from rocks.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 8:00 am
The hard facts on rocks---on the Earth and beyond---are explored. Included: a collection of moon rocks at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston is examined. Also: how marble and granite are extracted, cut and polished; how California geysers harness the heat from rocks.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 4:00 pm
A history of copper examines its characteristics, how it is mined and its uses, particularly in the electronics industry. Included: copper in plumbing; and in roofs and sculptures. Also: a trip to a bell foundry.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 9:00 am
A history of copper examines its characteristics, how it is mined and its uses, particularly in the electronics industry. Included: copper in plumbing; and in roofs and sculptures. Also: a trip to a bell foundry.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 5:00 pm
A history of iron includes a trip to Minnesota mines to observe how iron ore is extracted and transformed into steel. Also: modern weapons; ink and paint made from iron oxide; super magnets; and iron mining in space.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 10:00 am
A history of iron includes a trip to Minnesota mines to observe how iron ore is extracted and transformed into steel. Also: modern weapons; ink and paint made from iron oxide; super magnets; and iron mining in space.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 6:00 pm
Glass is the subject. Included: how it is made; its many uses.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 11:00 am
Glass is the subject. Included: how it is made; its many uses.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 7:00 pm
Plastics, the omnipresent material that has revolutionized homes, workplaces, cars and commerce. Also examined: its uses in medicine and protective gear; and the recycling industry.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 12:00 pm
Plastics, the omnipresent material that has revolutionized homes, workplaces, cars and commerce. Also examined: its uses in medicine and protective gear; and the recycling industry.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 8:00 pm
A history of glue that sticks to the facts. Included: a 6000-lb. truck bonded to a crane is lifted off the ground.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 1:00 pm
A history of glue that sticks to the facts. Included: a 6000-lb. truck bonded to a crane is lifted off the ground.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 9:00 pm
Water is examined as a natural wonder and as the substance that sustains life. Also studied is the technology it supports and which supports it. Included: irrigation systems; fountains; and the bottled-water industry.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 3:00 pm
Water is examined as a natural wonder and as the substance that sustains life. Also studied is the technology it supports and which supports it. Included: irrigation systems; fountains; and the bottled-water industry.
More details for Modern Marvels, Fri 8, 11:00 pm
The hard facts on rocks---on the Earth and beyond---are explored. Included: a collection of moon rocks at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston is examined. Also: how marble and granite are extracted, cut and polished; how California geysers harness the heat from rocks.
More details for Modern Marvels, Sat 9, 12:00 am