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Viewing the World with Radiation

Finish the course by surveying the many uses of radiation on Earth and beyond. Passive detectors identify radioactive contamination and clandestine nuclear bomb tests. Cosmic rays can be used to "X-ray" ancient buildings and learn the secrets of their construction. And, see why some scientists speculate that humans thrive on Earth thanks to an ancient bath of radiation from a supernova explosion.

English
  • Originally Aired April 27, 2018
  • Runtime 33 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Notes Is the series finale
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