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Science Through the Ages
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As the rate of innovation continues to increase exponentially, the resources needed to produce the products of science are starting to take a worrying toll on our planet. This clip takes a roller c...
As the rate of innovation continues to increase exponentially, the resources needed to produce the products of science are starting to take a worrying toll on our planet. This clip takes a roller coaster ride through the ages to look at some of the defining scientific breakthroughs and disasters that have impacted the world we live, resulting in an equivocal view of scientists as both heroes and villains.
Details
- Creator
- ABC International
- Format
- Videos, Slides, Films
- Language
- English
- Publication
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- New York, N.Y. : Films Media Group, [2012], c2007
- Physical Details
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- 1 streaming video file (6 min.) : sd., col
- digital
- data file
- OCLC
- ocn817237354
- Access requires authentication through Films on Demand.
- Films on Demand is distributed by Films Media Group for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.
- Mode of access: Internet.
- System requirements: FOD playback platform.
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