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Explores the future of solar power as a source of energy, discussing the pros and cons of its use, how the Sun's energy can be harnessed, the history of its use, and how it may be used in the future.
An introduction to the science and technology of locating, drilling, transporting, and refining oil discusses the history of its use, environmental concerns, and alternatives for the future.
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"What is the evidence for climate change? How are cows contributing to global warming? Why does volcanic activity cool Earth? The 'WhyScienceMatters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at
"Why are we influenced by advertising? How much does nurture determine behavior? What is imprinting? The 'WhyScienceMatters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in ev
"What is the Red List? Should wolves be re-introduced where people live? Can embryo implantation help threatened species? The 'WhyScienceMatters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at scho
"How do seismic waves travel through rock? How can satellites help with earthquake prediction? The 'WhyScienceMatters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every as
"How does psychological profiling work? How can science detect art fakes and forgeries? The 'WhyScienceMatters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of
"Why does the body try to reject transplanted organs? How is artificial skin grown? The 'WhyScienceMatters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our
