Paul Strathern
former lecturer in philosophy and science, Kingston University and author of Mendeleyev's Dream: The Quest for the Elements
1 episode
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Chemical elements
Melvyn Bragg explores the history of chemistry, the role of the elements and examines chemistry's continuing mission to understand the behaviour and relationship of these irreducible substances.
25 May 2000
Also featuring: Mary Archer, John Murrell