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World Service,08 Aug 1999,28 mins

Why Boats Float

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From simple logs to steam ships – what makes boats float in water? National Maritime Museum curator Simon Stevens explains the fundamental principles. Also on the programme, why bed bugs make us itch and armpits are so ticklish.

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