Forgetful fish, telescopic worms and bad air days
In a week where global heat records have melted, we find out how that can make fish life-threateningly stupid. Also, how volcanologists keep an eye on what they can鈥檛 see.
In a week where global heat records have melted, we find out how that can make fish life-threateningly stupid. We also dive a little deeper to find the part of the ocean where a little heat proves life-enhancing.
And we bring you boring science鈥 no, not in that way. Find out what tree rings can tell us about ancient civilizations and past climates. Also, a new Japanese mission aims to park nice and neatly on the moon 鈥 how different is that from the famous first effort from the Apollo 11 team?
We hear about an unwelcome Delhi resident that鈥檚 taking years off locals lives 鈥 air pollution. And what is a 鈥渟upervolcano鈥 and how likely is it that one ruins our run as dominant species on this planet?
Presented by Marnie Chesterton
With Chhavi Sachdev and Tristan Ahtone
Producers: Alex Mansfield, Ben Motley, Sophie Ormiston, Emily Bird and Patrick Hughes
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