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Twisting the dragons tail episodes season 1 episode 2 part two 7292015. Pdf download twisting the lions tail american anglophobia between the world wars read. Width in pixels px height in pixels px copied to your clipboard unable to copy. The episode concludes with the use of uranium as a nuclear weapon and the bombing of. Uranium, originally sourced from pitchblende, became the subject of intense scientific study. They say a great creation spirit sleeps underground, and disturbing this spirit will. But i am way nerdingout to knitpick like this all of these stories cannot be covered in 2 hours of video. A week or so before the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of hiroshima, i watched a curious documentary on pbs. The third and final episode purports that uranium saves lives, treats cancer and brings hope to millions with a promise of clean, limitless power. Pdf download twisting the lions tail american anglophobia between the world wars read online. Muller embarks on an epic journey across the globe to explain the fascinating details of uranium s birth and longevity.

Part 2 see how uranium has shaped the past and will change the future. Twisting the dragons tail is a 2015 pbs series narrated by dr. It is an element that has profoundly shaped the past, will change the future, and will exist long after humans have left the earth. Derek muller unlocks the mysteries of uranium, one of the earths most controversial elements. Uranium twisting the dragons tail is a television documentary series about uranium, its history, and its uses. Twisting the dragons tail part 2 worksheet this is a worksheet made to be used while students watch the special available from. Derek muller as he explores the controversial element uranium. Part 1 and part 2 are available to view on demand with kpbs. Uranium twisting the dragons tail is an australian made series, an epic journey through nine countries and over a century of stories. Derek muller unlocks the mysteries of uranium, one of the. More correctly, its an ore of uranium, a rock, which contains many different minerals one or more of which contains the element uranium. Twisting the dragons tail is a twopart program that provides a fascinating journey through the complex history of the most controversial substance on earth.

Part science and part history, the story of uranium is brought to life by host dr. An engaging, entertaining and informative documentary about the history and development of uranium, nuclear energy, and the atomic bomb. Derek muller unlocks the mysteries of uranium, one of the earths. Dr derek muller visits chernobyl and fukushima, where uranium became a nightmare. Uranium twisting the dragons tail documentary hd 1 of 2. Twisting the dragons tail takes viewers through place and time, touching on the cultural, scientific and natural significance of uranium and its many uses from weaponry to medicine. Stream uranium twisting the dragons tail, a playlist by dale cornelius from desktop or your mobile device. Derek muller to unlock the mysteries of uranium, one of earths most controversial elements. Finally, the play on the phrase tickling the dragons tail and the deaths of louis slotin and harry daghlian to which the phrase relates was not covered in the series. It was very well written and shows not only the history of uranium but many of the applications in a way that might be very useful to my fellow chemistry teachers. It has revolutionized society, from medicine to warfare. The proposition that in our energyhungry, warming world, uranium both tempts with unbelievable power and threatens all life on earth is explored its dual roles as. Twisting the dragons tale is an actionpacked journey to explore the most dangerous, wondrous, and controversial rock on earth.

I am just now getting caught up on all the things i recorded on my dvr this summer and came across a great two part special on the history of uranium called twisting the dragons tail. My key disagreement with uranium twisting the dragons tail comes near the end of episode 2 when muller provides a summary of his journey. Uranium twisting the dragons tail is a new documentary series exploring the incredible story of uranium, from its creation in an exploding star to its deployment in nuclear weapons, nuclear. Uranium twisting the dragons tail documentary hd 2 of 2.

Twisting the dragons tail, a playlist by dale cornelius from desktop or. In northern australia the indigenous people have ancient stories for the place where the uranium is found. Physicist derek muller explores the history and mysteries of uranium, including its cosmic origins, use in medicine and use in. These are cornell note frame notes to take while watching uranium. See how uranium has shaped the past and will change the future. Twisting the dragons tail returns to oeta january 11. Uranium twisting dragons tail part video dailymotion.

Uranium twisting dragons tail full show episode veritasium. Uranium is a unique element, used in research, medicine, space travel, and of course weapons. Twisting the dragons tail part 2 flashcards quizlet. Label copy to clipboard click to copy embed code for video. Uranium twisting the dragons tail uranium twisting the dragons tail. Muller embarks on an epic journey across the globe to explain the fascinating. Born from the collapse of a star, uranium has brought hope, progress and destruction. Part science and part history, its an adventure brought to life by an exciting new personality in television science. You may want to use it in shorter segments, or have it available for substitute teacher use. He is also a brave man one part of the documentary includes a visit to the wreckage of the chernobyl. Muller embarks on a journey across the globe to explain the fascinating details of uraniums birth and longevity. The left hand column questions are given, and students are meant to use them as clues to what they should be taking notes on but this is a frame to help students learn how to take notes from videos themselves. Uranium twisting the dragons tail by dale cornelius. Uranium twisting the dragons tail by dale cornelius published on 20150902t07.

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