10 Things to Know About - Season 11
Season 11
Episodes
Change
Kathriona Devereux, Amy Hassett and Fergus McAuliffe shine a light on the science that shapes and connects us all — from our health and homes to the planet we share.
Building Ireland
Ireland is facing a housing and infrastructure crisis, and for every house we build, we need approximately 300 tonnes of raw materials, which is the equivalent of a house-sized hole in the ground. But how many of us ever think about where all these building materials come from? Ireland has a natural wealth of core building materials, and we head underground in Monaghan to explore the story of gypsum, a mineral that formed hundreds of millions of years and is now mined as an essential component in the production of the plasterboard that lines the walls of many of our buildings.
Storms
Recent storms have caused unprecedented damage across the country and, as our climate continues to warm, they're going to become even more frequent and extreme.
Invasive Species
Episode 4 looks at invasive species. Presented by Kathriona Devereux and Fergus McAuliffe.
Carbon
Carbon is the very essence of life on earth. So how does this element, that is so central to our existence, pose such a threat to the planet? We investigate the story of carbon.
Bacteria
Bacteria are one of Earth's oldest life forms - dating back over 3 billion years. They're masters of survival and good bacteria help nature function, but some bacteria cause infection and can be deadly
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