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7. The Science of Cold

This week Luke makes the most of the winter chill as he explores the science of all things cold. ...

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08.00 21 Jan 2021


7. The Science of Cold



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08.00 21 Jan 2021


This week Luke makes the most of the winter chill as he explores the science of all things cold.

He tells us why humans aren't meant for chilly climates, which animals handle the deepest arctic winters best, why some people just can't stand a draughty room, and the almost magical benefits of a swim in the icy cold sea.

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