The discovery of phosphorus | Chemistry: A Volatile History
Phosphorus was discovered when Brandt was attempting to isolate gold from his urine.
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- Clip length: 5'59''
- Broadcast year: 2010
Curriculum Connection
- Chemistry
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Licence: ERA Licence required
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UK only
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Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Chemistry: A Volatile History
- Episode: Discovering the Elements
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