Episodes 13

1 Geysers and Hot Springs, Beakmania & Kidneys

September 16, 1995

22m

Beakman looks at geysers and explains the function of kidneys.

2 Gyroscopes, Beakmania & the Heart

September 23, 1995

22m

Beakman discusses the usefulness of gyroscopes and how to keep a healthy heart.

3 Sleep, Beakmania & Amplification

September 30, 1995

22m

Beakman looks at sleep and what makes sounds loud and soft.

4 Seeds, Beakmania & Bridges

October 7, 1995

22m

Beakman explains how seeds grow and the evolution of bridges.

5 Vacuums, Beakmania & Weaving

October 14, 1995

22m

Beakman reveals how vacuum cleaners work and how cloth is made.

6 Crustaceans, Beakmania & Bernoulli

October 21, 1995

22m

Answers to questions about lobsters, crabs and Swiss scientist Daniel Bernoulli.

7 Carbon, Beakmania & Inventions

October 28, 1995

22m

Beakman on the wonders of carbon and an interview with the young inventor Thomas Edison.

8 Balance, Beakmania & Camoflage

November 4, 1995

22m

Beakman examines balance and how animals use camouflage.

9 Islands, Beakmania & Energy

November 11, 1995

22m

Beakman explains why islands don't float and how springs work.

10 The Sun, Beakmania & Metamorphysis

November 18, 1995

22m

Beakman discusses the Sun and how some animals change throughout their lives.

11 Alligators and Crocodiles, Beakmania & Robots

November 25, 1995

22m

Beakman explains the difference between alligator and crocodiles, and then takes a peek at robots.

12 Steel, Beakmania & Developing Film

December 2, 1995

22m

Beakman and company look at the origins of steel and how photographs are made.

13 Snow, Beakmania & Natural Selection

December 9, 1995

22m

Beakman and company look at snow and natural selection.

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