Films for the Humanities and Sciences - Understanding Electricity

Understanding Electricity

From the lighting of homes to the beating of a heart, electricity is an integral and fundamental force in human life. In this program, a variety of experts discuss the study and wide-ranging uses of this pervasive phenomenon, from the physics of motors and neon lights to the output of the Hoover Dam. Engaging computer graphics are used to explain voltage, amps, and watts. Dr. Martin Uman of the University of Florida Lightning Research Lab conducts modern versions of the experiment Ben Franklin made famous. Dr. Hugh Calkins, Director of Electrophysiology at Johns Hopkins Hospital, discusses innovations in defibrillators that can now be installed in the patient. A Discovery Channel Production. (53 minutes)

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Item#: BVL11937
Copyright date: ©1997
VHS ISBN 978-0-7365-3726-1
DVD ISBN 978-0-7365-4967-7


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