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From the Romans to the Ring Main

by Rob Casey
From the Romans to the Ring Main
for 14-19 and upwards,
Lectures | 14-19 and upwards | 11 years ago | 1750 views
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In London major trunk mains, commissioned by Water Companies who ceased trading over 100 years ago, operate alongside modern assets such the Thames Water Ring Main commissioned in the 1990’s. Hence legacy plays an important part in way the current ....

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Why water is weird

by Philip Ball
Why water is weird
for 14-19 and upwards,
Lectures | 14-19 and upwards | 11 years ago | 1633 views
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All life on Earth needs water to survive. But increasingly it seems that the characteristics that make water a solvent for life are also those that make it the weirdest of liquids. Some of these quirks of 'life's matrix' are well understood; others a....

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Water Sustainability – a Global Challenge

by Richard Allan
Water Sustainability – a Global Challenge
for 14-19 and upwards,
Lectures | 14-19 and upwards | 11 years ago | 1371 views
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Richard Allan, Chief Scientist at Scottish Water, discusses the challenges we face in securing freshwater supplies at a global level. During the discussion Richard will touch upon the impact of climate change, food security and the emerging importanc....

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The quest for a clean drink

by Phil Souter
The quest for a clean drink
for 14-19 and upwards,
Lectures | 14-19 and upwards | 11 years ago | 1551 views
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Phil Souter, scientist at Procter & Gamble, discusses the challenges faced in making potential water sources (such as lakes, ponds, wells, flood water) drinkable using chemical technology. During the lecture he will touch upon the impact of unsaf....

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