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Chemistry: A Volatile History

Episode 1: Discovering the Elements

Duration: 1 hour

on BBC Four

The story of how the elements were discovered and mapped begins with the alchemists who questioned that the world was made up of earth, air, fire and water. Show more

Duration: 59 minutes

on BBC Four

Actress Imelda Staunton talks to Mark Lawson about her life and career, from her early ambitions to become an actress to her role on the West End stage in Entertaining Mr Sloane. Show more

Chemistry: A Volatile History

Episode 1: Discovering the Elements

Duration: 1 hour

on BBC Four

The story of how the elements were discovered and mapped begins with the alchemists who questioned that the world was made up of earth, air, fire and water. Show more

BBC Four

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