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Invisible Force, The

Synopsis
The story of magnetism. Illustrates the ways in which scientists found that magnetism existed and how, through research, industry has revealed more of the nature of this force. Discusses the development and manufacture of some of the most efficient materials - Magnadur, Ticonal and Ferrox-cube - and indicates the diversity of applications in which they are used.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 19 min.
Year of production
196
Availability
Hire
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Uses
1st-year courses in physics and the history of science.*
Subjects
Physics
Keywords
history of science; magnetism

Production Company

Name

Philips Industries

Distributor

Name

National Education Video Library

Contact
John Lovell
Email
tryfannevl@aol.com
Phone
01286 676001 or 07768 105467
Fax
01286 676001
Address
Arfon House
Bontnewydd
Caernarvon
Gwynned
LL54 7UN
Notes
Formerly the National Audio Visual (Aids) Library. No longer holds 16mm material. Retains the negatives and copyright to the EFVA material, but have no viewing copies. Video only. (1/97) Alternative address might be Arfon House, Bontnewydd, Caernarvon, Gwynned LL54 7UN Telephone/Fax 01286 676001

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