Program 2: Color
The search for
new colors in the mid-1800’s indirectly led to the development of modern
chemistry. While producing dyes, early
industrial chemists learned about chemical reactions and the properties of
molecules. Today, color is used in
science for everything from swimming pool test kits to DNA mapping research.
Journey through the exciting world of chemistry with Nobel laureate Roald Hoffman as your guide. The foundations of chemical structures and their behavior are explored through computer animation, demonstrations, and on-site footage at working industrial and research labs. Distinguished scientists discuss yesterday’s breakthroughs and today’s challenged.
Produced by the University of Maryland and the Educational Film Center.
Released on cassette: Fall 1989 The Annenberg/ / CPB Collection 1-800-LEARNER