Table of Contents: A is For Atom (1953) — This is an animation explaining the basic science behind nuclear energy and weapons. [15 minutes] Around the Corner (1937) — This film explains in a vivid and entertaining way how a car can easily turn corners. [10 minutes] Precisely So (1937) — Delving into the world of microcosms and microscopic measurements, this movie shows that even the smallest minutia of our world can be measured scientifically. A strange and interesting film! [20 minutes] The Flow of Heat (1956) — This is a vintage episode of "Science in Action" explaining and demonstrating some properties of heat. [25 minutes] Taking the "X" out of X-Rays (1940) — A terrific educational look at how X-Rays work and the science behind X-Rays in the 1940s. [10 minutes] White Magic (1940) — This film has good material regarding physics and properties of light, and includes the first infra-red demonstration caught on camera. [8 minutes] Electromagnetism (1930s) — This silent film has a very thorough explanation of electromagnetism. [11 minutes] |
