Chemistry: A Volatile History Episode 3 - The Power of the Elements

Today on Far Future Horizons we present the third and final episode of Chemistry: A Volatile History” hosted by Professor Jim Al-Khalili.

In this final instalment, Professor Al-Khalili uncovers tales of success and heartache in the story of chemists’ battle to control and combine the elements, and build our modern world. He reveals the dramatic breakthroughs which harnessed their might to release almost unimaginable power, and he journeys to the centre of modern day alchemy, where scientists are attempting to command the extreme forces of nature and create brand new elements.

Chemistry: A Volatile History Episode 3 - The Power of the Elements
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