Hydrogen | Chemistry: A Volatile History

Cavendish accidentally discovered hydrogen, the first elemental gas, when experimenting with air.

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  • Clip length: 4'15''
  • Broadcast year: 2010
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  • Chemistry
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Programme: Chemistry: A Volatile History
  • Episode: Discovering the Elements
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