The Science Moment is a segment that looks, appropriately, at the science behind some current geographic topics, whether about related technology, animals, or some topics that are just plain cool.
Episode I: Supercritical Fluids – Listen [3:23]
From March 1, 2007. In this episode, Jessica sheds light on the strange and fascinating properties of super-critical fluids.
Episode II: Pandas In Captivity – Listen [1:22]
From March 8, 2007. Jessica comments on the unusual measures that zookeepers have taken to encourage panda bears to mate in captivity.
Episode III: Cocaine – Listen [2:13]
From March 15, 2007. In this episode, Jessica and A.J. talk about the effects of cocaine on the brain.
Episode IV: Slaser – Listen [2:47]
From April 19, 2007. In the fourth science moment from Jessica, she takes a look at the slaser, or Space Laser.
Episode V: The Large Hadron Collider – Listen: [4:59]
From May 17, 2007. In this episode, the Science Moment sings! Jess and friends perform a light-hearted and original song about the Large Hadron Collider.
Episode VI: Solar Cell Technology – Listen: [5:30]
From June 24, 2010. In this episode, Henry Hawkins looks at the science behind the many different kinds of solar cells, what kinds are used in home installations, at power plants, and what the future of the industry may hold.