Chemistry

Filmed at Widener University and the Chemical Heritage Foundation, this five-part series spotlights foundational aspects of chemistry that every science student needs to know. Footage of laboratory experiments reinforcing important concepts, sophisticated animations illustrating technical points of discussion, and commentary by experts passionate about science make Essential Chemistry an indispensable educational tool. Viewable/printable instructor’s guides are available online. A Films for the Humanities & Sciences Production. 5-part series, 22-28 minutes each.

The Mystery of Matter is an exciting PBS series about one of the great adventures in the history of science: the long (and continuing) quest to understand what the world is made of--to identify, understand and organize the basic building blocks of matter. (55 to 56 minutes each)

This series is designed to relate basic concepts of chemistry to commercial chemical process technologies and to link textbook learning to the production of commonly used materials. 10-part series, 20 minutes each.

Ever Wondered? The Cutting Edge of Science and Technology is a ten-part series that explores virtual worlds, forensic science, mysteries of the deep, and much, much more. 10-part series, 22 minutes each.