Bang Goes the Theory - Put science to the test
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Roadshow 2009
Bang Goes The Theory welcomed 65,000 people from across the UK to its live events. Together we proved that science is fun - so much so that we want to do it again. Watch out for more roadshows in 2010.
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Double glazed drink
Dr Yan shows you how to test the effectiveness of double glazing using hot water and plastic bottles. Go to the Hands-on Science section for full instructions for Double Glazed Drink.
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Pudsey in space
Bang Goes The Theory helps Pudsey take things to the limit for BBC Children in Need (bbc.co.uk/pudsey). Is that his breath on the lens?
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Dr Yan's hot ice
"How cool is that?" asks Dr Yan while showing that freezing water actually makes it warmer.
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Brain Test Britain
Does brain training work? Join Dallas and Jem in the biggest ever brain training experiment by clicking on the Brain Test Britain link (right).
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Joe Kittinger extra
Dallas describes the ups and downs of Joe Kittinger's historic jump from 102,800 feet (31,333 metres).
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Vortex cannon special
Jem takes you through a history of vortex cannons and explains the risks involved in building one. Especially a very big one.
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Liz left in pieces
Ta daaa! Jem and magic fan Dallas have sawn Liz in half, but that's only the start of her problems.
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Dr Yan's bin liner challenge
Can you inflate a large bin liner with just one breath? Dr Yan thinks he can - find out how.
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Dr Venter on genomics
Liz talks to Dr Craig Venter about his work on the human genome, and his controversial future plans.
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