Episode 4: The Solar Neutrino Problem

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Episode 4: The Solar Neutrino Problem

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39 minutes

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Dec 11, 2011

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The Titanium Physicists explain the Solar Neutrino Problem To Artist and Apiarist Amy Pollien.

Released:

Dec 11, 2011

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Dr. Ben Tippett and his team of physicists believe that anyone can understand physics. Black Holes! Lightning! Coronal Mass Ejections! Quantum Mechanics! Fortnightly, they explain a topic from advanced physics, using explanations, experiments and fun metaphors to a non-physicist guest. Visit the website to see a list of topics sorted by physics field.

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Episode 4: The Solar Neutrino Problem

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