Synopsis
Richard Hammond explores the miniature universe around us, from microscopic changes to ice crystals that can trigger avalanches to watching the aftermath of a sneeze.
- Programme: Richard Hammond's Invisible Worlds
- Episode: 03: Off the Scale
- Channel: BBC HD
- Broadcast year: 2010
Licence: ERA Licence required
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