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Hot Ice

Synopsis
Outlines the discovery of gas hydrates and the means now available for exploring their marine reserves. Looks at the potential for methane from hydrates as a substitute for conventional hydrocarbons and discusses the concern of environmentalists regarding the possible catastrophic effects of hydrate-derived methane release to the atmosphere.
Series
Antenna, Series
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video
Year of production
1991
Availability
Out of Distribution
Subjects
Geology
Keywords
gas hydrates; methane

Credits

Producer
John Simmons; Martine Benoit

Production Company

Name

Geofilms Ltd

Notes
See: Oxford Network Communications

Sponsor

Name

British Broadcasting Corporation

Address
Broadcasting House
LONDON
W1A 1AA

Distributor

Name

Oxford Network Communications

Notes
This company has ceased trading and its products are no longer available to purchase

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