Title:ATOMIC PHYSICS - an historical approach (parts I and V) [Main Title]
Film Number:MGH 4197
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Summary: Documentary about the development of atomic physics.
Description: (Part I) The development of atomic theory through the nineteenth century is charted (with actors taking the roles of Dalton, Faraday, etc). Lord Rutherford is filmed briefly summing up the state of knowledge at the turn of the century.
(Part V) Development of modern atomic physics is covered from the principle of the cyclotron, the discovery of the fission of Uranium in 1939 (described by Professor Frisch) to the chain reaction theory. This leads to the development of the atomic bomb. Einstein briefly expounds on the practical difficulties of peaceful use of atomic energy. The theory behind the use of nuclear fission in power stations, and its use in the field of medicine is shown. The possibility future of nuclear fission as a power source is alluded to. Dr John Cockcroft, the director of Harwell, sums up with a plea for control of nuclear weapons and the abolition of war.
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Colour:B&W
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Object_Number:MGH 4197
Sound:Sound
Access Conditions:To be established
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Production Date:1948
Production Country: GB
Production Details: Gaumont British Instructional (Production company)
Mayne, Derek2001AFPU Section officer North Africa, Second World War. (Production individual)
Durden, J V (Production individual)
Finch, G I (Production individual)
Personalities, Units and Organisations: Frisch, Otto (person)
Rutherford, Ernest (person)
Einstein, Albert (person)
Cockcroft, John Douglas (person)
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Physical Characteristics: Colour format: B&W
Sound format: Sound
Soundtrack language: English
Title language: English
Technical Details: Format: 16mm
Number of items/reels/tapes: 1
Footage: 1156 ft; Running time: 32 mins
