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Colour: The Spectrum of Science
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Colour: The Spectrum of Science

Helen Czerski goes in search of colour. She reveals what it is, what it does, and why colour doesn't exist outside of our perception.

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  • A tour of NASA’s 17-tonne flying infrared telescope — Beyond the Rainbow

    Duration: 4:02
  • The illusion of colour — Beyond the Rainbow

    Duration: 1:03
  • What does a peacock have in common with a CD? — Colours of Life

    Duration: 1:16
  • Why are there no blue roses? — Colours of Life

    Duration: 3:33
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  • In photos: Living Colour

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