

Beyond the Elements
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S1 E1 - Reactions
February 2, 202153minJust about every solid, liquid or gas in the world begins with reactions between individual atoms and molecules. David Pogue dives into the transformative world of chemical reactions, from the complex formula that produces cement to the single reaction that’s allowed farmers to feed a global population--a reaction that when reversed, unleashes the powerful chemistry of high explosives.Free trial of PBS Documentaries or buyS1 E2 - Indestructible
February 9, 202153minScientists and engineers have created virtually indestructible versions of common materials by manipulating the chains of interlocking atoms that give them strength--but have they made them too tough? Host David Pogue explores the fantastic chemistry behind the everyday materials we depend on, and how the quest for durability can be balanced with products’ environmental impact.Free trial of PBS Documentaries or buyS1 E3 - Life
February 16, 202153minWithout the chemistry of photosynthesis, ozone, and a molecule called Rubisco, none of us would be here. So how did we get so lucky? To find out, host David Pogue investigates the surprising molecules that allowed life on Earth to begin, and ultimately thrive. Along the way, he finds out what we’re all made of--literally.Free trial of PBS Documentaries or buy