The Four Elements
Scope and Contents
Film Specifications - 16mm ; Description - From insert in container - Produced by the NSF in conjunction with an exhibit giving a "scientist's view" of the ancient idea of the Four Elements: Earth, Air, Fire and Water. Earth: Depicts overview of plate techtonics, causes of earthquakes, and measurements being taken by The Glomar Challenger. Air: The importance of its life-sustaining properties in biology, and importance of weather prediction. Fire: Energy and its forms and uses. Water: The hydrological cycle, the forms of moisture in the seas and the air. Some of the photography may be of interest to junior high school and above, though the informational content is relatively slight. ; Location - Not Applicable ; Color ; Sound ; Date - Unknown ; Reel Size - 10.5" ; Approx Film Length - 750' ; Approx. Running Time - 20 min. ; Condition - No noticeable flaws, plays well. ; Opening Credits - None ; Ending Credits - Sponsored by The National Science Foundation ; Editor...David Hill, Camera...John Bollinger, Script...Daniel Klein, Music...Jay Lee, Directed by...The Globus Brothers, Produced in conjunction with...Design and Production. We wish to Thank (Multiple Governmental and Educational Entities listed). Produced by....Media Factory N.Y.C.
Dates
- Creation: 1956-1988, undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Lansford, Henry (Lansford, Henry, 1929-) (Person)
- From the Collection: Frisch, Joan (Person)
- From the Collection: Johnson, Diane (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no access restrictions on this collection.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 40.00 Boxes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Archives Repository
