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Looking Glass House - The Engineer Through the Looking Glass - Lecture 1

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Explore the fascinating concept of reflection across all scales of existence in this 57-minute Christmas Lecture from The Royal Institution. Delve into Professor Eric Laithwaite's investigation of reflection phenomena, spanning from the smallest particles to the entire universe. Discover the properties and applications of various optical mirrors while unraveling the intriguing mystery behind left- and right-handedness in nature. Examine advanced physical concepts including matter and anti-matter as part of this comprehensive exploration. Experience the first installment of Laithwaite's acclaimed 1974 series "The Engineer Through the Looking Glass," which follows his engineering philosophy that "Science is exciting, curiosity its bait" and challenges viewers to pursue the seemingly impossible through scientific inquiry.

Syllabus

Looking Glass House - Eric Laithwaite's 1974 Christmas Lectures 1/6

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The Royal Institution

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