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Science in the City: The Making of a Bell (clip)

Running Time:
00:12:40

For our first episode in a new season of "Science in the City," we explore the creation of a bell for the Exploratorium’s new home at Pier 15. Artist Nick Diphillipo has been designing and casting bells and other objects for over thirty years. He teaches bell making at The Crucible in Oakland, California, as well as other foundry-related subjects.

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Date: April 10, 2013
Format: Expedition
Category: Everyday Science
Subject(s): Art, General Science

Science from the Poles: Live Chat from McMurdo Station (webcast)

Running Time:
00:28:33

What do the kids want to know? Join Kirk Bell's fifth grade class (from Children's Day School in San Francisco)as they chat with Holly Troy in Antarctica. Mr. Troy has spent many seasons at McMurdo station working with scientists.

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Date: November 30, 2006
Format: Interview
Category: Everyday Science
Subject(s): General Science

Science Wire: The World Reports: Exploring Energy (webcast)

Running Time:
0:16:04

Nine Aim High students explore shadow and light, and build their own energy machines. In this webcast, the students delve into energy transference and alternative energy sources like solar cells and wind power.

Project: Science Wire | Browse All

Date: March 10, 2001
Format: Interview
Category: Everyday Science
Subject(s): General Science