Program 16:  The Proton in Chemistry  pdf

            Acids and bases play an important role in our lives, but are sometimes safe and sometimes dangerous.  Demonstrations explain pH and how it is measured.

Running Time:  28:38

     Journey through the exciting world of chemistry with Nobel laureate Roald Hoffman as your guide.  The foundations of chemical structures and their behavior are explored through computer animation, demonstrations, and on-site footage at working industrial and research labs.  Distinguished scientists discuss yesterday’s breakthroughs and today’s challenged. 

Produced by the University of Maryland and the Educational Film Center. 

Released on cassette:  Fall 1989     The Annenberg/ / CPB Collection  1-800-LEARNER