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What a Gas! - Dave Gorman, Mark Miodownik and Lucy Carpenter

The Infinite Monkey Cage

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Gas Phenomena: Science vs. Folklore

This chapter explores the historical interpretations of gas phenomena, such as will o' the wisp, blending scientific understanding with ancient beliefs about spirits. It emphasizes the importance of credible measurement techniques in distinguishing scientific data from pseudoscientific claims.

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