Richard Hammond’s Invisible Worlds

Synopsis: This landmark series journeys into three distinct invisible worlds that exist beyond the limits of human vision. Prepare to explore the world of ‘invisible light’ that surrounds us at all times; delve into the invisible world too quick for the human eye and discover the invisible world unfolding on too small a scale, or at too remote a distance, to be seen by the naked eye; an entirely microscopic realm - and a miniature world.

Using state-of-the-art imaging technologies, Richard Hammond discovers that it’s as much the things we cannot see as those we can that shape our lives. From spectacular natural phenomena such as vast, superfast lightning clusters, to one of the wonders of the living world - the hidden aerodynamics of bats - and our own technological achievements such as the awe-inspiring aerial work conducted on high-voltage power lines, Richard explores the hidden secrets of the invisible world around us.

This breath-taking scientific story helps to unravel some of the mysteries of our world. It’s a series all about revelation and seeing things you’ve never seen before.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of release: 2010
Year of production: 2010
Notes: Shown on BBC1 beginning 16/3/2010.

Also available on Blu-ray, ref BBCBD 0109
Subjects: Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Science
Keywords: imaging technology; light; microscopy; telescopes

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