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LIVE: Black Holes, Toxic Tampons, and Volcanic Emissions: Professor Ian Plimer Explains it All
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In this clip from "The Court of Public Opinion," LIVE edition, Jeremy Cordeaux interviews Professor Ian Plimer about various scientific and environmental topics. Here’s a summary of the main topics discussed:
- Black Holes: Discussion on the discovery of a black hole 20,000 times bigger than the sun and the physics behind black holes.
- Supernova Eruptions: Historical records and significance of supernova eruptions.
- Search for Extraterrestrial Life: Using light from distant stars and exoplanets to search for signs of oxygen and potential life.
- Mpemba Effect: The phenomenon where hot water can freeze faster than cold water.
- Toxic Substances in Tampons: Discovery of arsenic, heavy metals, and other toxic substances in tampons.
- Arsenic and Lead Poisoning: Discussion on the cumulative effects of arsenic and lead, historical uses, and detection methods.
- Mercury Toxicity: Dangers of mercury poisoning, historical cases, and personal anecdotes from mercury mines.
- Microplastics: The prevalence of microplastics in everyday items and their potential health risks.
- Volcanic Emissions: The significant amount of carbon dioxide emitted by submarine volcanoes and its impact on climate.
- Critique of Climate Policies: Criticism of the focus on reducing human carbon emissions while ignoring natural sources like volcanoes.
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