Synopsis
Bringing chemistry, physics and biology to life using real-life examples, 3D graphics and practical experiments.
- Programme: Short Circuit
- Series: Chemistry, Biology And Physics
- Episode: Programmes 1-3
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2009
- Science
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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Ammonia | Short Circuit
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Bringing chemistry, physics and biology to life using real-life examples, 3D graphics and practical experiments.

Oxidation | Short Circuit
Oxidation | Short Circuit
The clip begins by exploring the factors that cause iron to rust, leading into a discussion of oxidation in terms of electron loss.

Redox reactions | Short Circuit
Redox reactions | Short Circuit
Bringing chemistry, physics and biology to life using real-life examples, 3D graphics and practical experiments.

The Thermite Reaction | Short Circuit
The Thermite Reaction | Short Circuit
Spec references J248: C4.1f J250: C4.1e. A demonstration of the thermite displacement reaction is provided, including the reaction's hi...

Uses of Transition Metals | Short Circuit
Uses of Transition Metals | Short Circuit
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Ammonia | Short Circuit
Ammonia | Short Circuit
Bringing chemistry, physics and biology to life using real-life examples, 3D graphics and practical experiments.

Elements | Curriculum Bites
Elements | Curriculum Bites
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How are elements made? | Wonders of the Universe
How are elements made? | Wonders of the Universe
Brian Cox explains what elements are and how they are formed, including the importance of carbon.

Types of Compounds | Curriculum Bites
Types of Compounds | Curriculum Bites
Spec references J248: C2.2h J250: C2.2h. An introduction to how elements react to form ionic and covalent compounds, with reference to ...

Uses of Transition Metals | Short Circuit
Uses of Transition Metals | Short Circuit
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