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A is for Atom

1953/14 min 43 sec/34 shots

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This animated film explains atoms as the fundamental building blocks of matter, identifying elements by the number of protons. It describes nuclear binding forces, uranium-235 fission, and the chain reaction that releases atomic energy. The film then contrasts destructive military applications with peaceful uses, including reactors and radioactive isotopes as tracers in chemistry, metallurgy, medicine, and biology.

Provenance and rights

Original producer: Sutherland (John) Productions
Collection: Prelinger Archives
Original title: A is for Atom
Date: 1953-01-01T00:00:00Z
Original link: Open on Internet Archive
Rights: public_domain

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