Colour: The Spectrum of Science

Colour: The Spectrum of Science (2015)

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Helen Czerski uncovers what colour is, how it works and how it has written the story of our planet. She seeks out the colours that turned the Earth multicoloured.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Beyond the RainbowNov 18, 2015
S01E02Colours of LifeNov 11, 2015
S01E01Colours of EarthNov 4, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' premiere?

'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' premiered on November 29, 2015.

Who presented 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science'?

Jim Al-Khalili presented 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science'.

How many episodes does 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' have?

'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' has 3 episodes.

In what country was 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' produced?

'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' was co-produced by the Open University and the BBC, and filmed in the UK and Australia.

What is the first episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' about?

The first episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science', titled 'Colours of Earth', explores the role of color in the natural world and how it helps animals survive.

What is the second episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' about?

The second episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science', titled 'Colours of Life', explains how different animals use color to communicate, attract mates, and deceive predators.

What is the third episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' about?

The third episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science', titled 'Colours of Light', examines how light and color play a role in science, from spectrums to lasers.

What famous physicist's work is mentioned in the first episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science'?

The first episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' mentions the work of Isaac Newton, who discovered that white light is composed of different colors.

What is the name of the rare color seen in the second episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science'?

The second episode of 'Colour: The Spectrum of Science' features the rare color "magenta", which is not a spectral color and is only seen in the brain.

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