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Science series. The team investigates why petrol costs so much, and whether we can use science to make fuel for free. Plus, Liz experiences life on an oil rig.
The team investigates why petrol costs so much, and whether we can use science to make fuel for free. Liz experiences life on an oil rig, Jem and Dallas compete to make their own DIY fuel alternatives, and Jem discovers the link between fossil fuels and a recent earthquake in Lancashire.
The programme is produced in partnership with the Open University.
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Dr Yan's fuel duel
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What's fracking and is it dangerous?
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Cleaner diesel from natural gas
Duration: 01:33
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Liz Bonnin |
| Presenter | Dallas Campbell |
| Presenter | Jem Stansfield |
| Series Producer | Paul King |
| Executive Producer | Tina Fletcher-Hill |
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