TV Program: Everyday Science: Inside the Atom

In this episode of "Everyday Science", host Brian Jones demystifies the fascinating world of radiation as it pertains to our everyday lives. Students literally explore a universe of examples from the soil beneath

our feet to the cosmic rays that harmlessly reach us from outer space.

Brian helps us learn about radioactive substances and nuclear decay using household objects such as magnets and leaking cups of water. Also

learn about the pioneering scientists who have contributed to our modern

understanding of nuclear processes and the safe forms of nuclear energy

we use today for electricity, medicine, and space exploration. "inside

the Atom" is a fun look at radioactivity, its causes, and its vital place in our everyday world.

Inside the Atom
Friday, September 19
3:15 a.m. (Analog)
(30 mins)

CC - Closed Caption
HD - High Definition
16:9 - Anamorphic Widescreen
LTR - Letterbox
DVI - Descriptive Video Information for the visually impaired

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