Cartoon film explaining the sturcture of an atom, the process of energy release from specific atoms, and the peaceful use of atomic energy and nuclear fission byproducts.

Sound and Color

Atomic Physics - An Historical Approach

1950's

Part 1 - Atomic Theory
Part 2 - Rays from Atoms
Part 3 - Nuclear Structure of the atom
Part 4 - Atom smashing and discovery of the Neutron
Part 5 - Uranium Fission: Atomic energy

This instructional film covers the developement of the physics used to create a nuclear reaction.

From Dalton's Theory to Atomic Power, with this theory as a basis, during the 19th century the elements were mapped out.

The discovery of Electrons, and positive rays, X-Rays, Revolutionizing the concept of matter and the atom itself.

The study of radioactivity. 1919 the transmutation of one element to another through bombardment, and in 1932 the confirmation of the three parts to the atom; Electrons, Positrons, and Neutrons. Also in 1932, the creation of Energy from Mass, following Einstein's theory of Relativity, to the 1939 notice of Uranium fission.

Controlled reactions in the Atomic Pile. Leading to imaginings for generation of Heat energy, and creation of radioactive substances usable in medicine.

But over all, hangs the smoke of the atomic Bomb.

With historical experimental recreations, and quotes, including Albert Einstein reading his theory of relativity.
Sound, B&W

Film Quality ranges throughout this film from poor to good. I have watched this film several times and feel that the film quality does not detract from the ideas and history presented in this film. If you do not find this to be the case I will give you a full refund.