The Ascent of Man - Episode 04: The Hidden Structure

BBC, Jacob Bronowski

Title: The Ascent of Man - Episode 04: The Hidden Structure
Producer: BBC, Jacob Bronowski
Category: Science, The Ascent of Man
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Added: Oct 31st 2010
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Fire was used to transform metals into tools. The problem of the softness of copper was overcome by making the alloy bronze, and chemistry helped develop even more useful metals. We witness the creation of a Japanese sword. Chemistry also helped revolutionise medicine through the work of Paracelsus.

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