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Chemicals and Contraptions: Thomas Midgely Jr.

Profiles In Eccentricity

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Exploring Inventions and Consequences

This chapter delves into the interconnectedness of inventions and technologies, discussing the consequences of using certain devices and the widespread blackout caused by an explosion in the electrical system. The speakers explore the challenges of understanding modern inventions, the concept of intellectual property, and the increasing gap between our understanding of new technologies.

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