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Superconductivity

Synopsis
With the aim of linking issues in science, technology, society and the environment, looks at the possible political and economic repercussions of the discovery of superconductivity using ceramics at temperatures considerably higher than absolute zero. The country that develops practical technologtcal applications for the process will have a strong competitive advantage, especially in the areas of energy and transport.
Series
Interactions in Science and Society, Series
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 39 min.
Year of production
1995
Availability
Hire
Sale
Subjects
Engineering
Keywords
superconductivity

Production Company

Name

Agency for Instructional Technology

Distributor

Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Contact
Lynda Morrell
Notes
NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution For over 30 years Viewtech distributed programmes from leading specialist educational producers from around the world and since 2002 it included titles previously distributed in the UK by Educational Media Film & Video. The extensive collection covered all subjects within the primary and secondary curriculum and some materials, particularly in the areas of study skills and business, are applicable to further/higher education.

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