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Elements of Surprise

BBC Radio 4
on BBC Radio 4 FM

A new four-part series about chemical elements. 1: The Story of Quicksilver. Artist's pigment, illusionist's prop and quack's remedy, the many faces of quicksilver are deeply rooted in myth and culture. Adam Hart-Davis uncovers a fiendish murder at the Tower of London as he tells the story of mercury. Readings by Crawford Logan. Chemistry consultant John Emsley. Producer Louise Dalziel

Contributors

Unknown:
Adam Hart-Davis
Unknown:
Crawford Logan.
Unknown:
John Emsley.
Producer:
Louise Dalziel
Source: Radio Times

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