The Invention of Air (broadcast Friday, January 2nd, 2009)

An experimental electrical apparatus built by Priestley. Familiar Introduction to Electricity, 1768.
How are the discovery of oxygen, the founding of the Unitarian Church, and ecosystem science linked? Author Steven Johnson tells the story of scientist and theologian Joseph Priestley, a protégé of Benjamin Franklin and friend of Thomas Jefferson, in 'The Invention of Air.' Teachers, find more information about using Science Friday as a classroom resource in the Kids' Connection.
Guests
Steven Johnson
Author, "The Invention of Air" (Riverhead Hardcover, 2008)
New York, New York
Related Links
- Joseph Priestley - Chemical Heritage Magazine
- Joseph Priestley House
- ACS: Joseph Priestley: Discoverer of Oxygen
Segment produced by:Molly Ashford
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