1970

01 Just Another World Episode 15th January 1970 This episode of Horizon centers on the study of the moon rock samples brought back to the earth by the Apollo 11 flight to the moon. 02 Henry Royce, Mechanic Episode 212th January 1970 Horizon investigates the history of the life and work of Sir Henry Royce, co-founder of the firm Rolls Royce Royce. 03 A Disease of Our Time - Stress Episode 319th January 1970 This is the first part of a two-part episode on diseases afflicting people today. Horizon looks at the issue of stress on the body. 04 A Disease of Our Time - Heart Attacks Episode 426th January 1970 This is the second part of a two-part episode on diseases afflicting people today. Horizon looks at the causes of coronary heart disease and modern techniques of treatment and cure. 05 Sex and Sexuality Episode 52nd February 1970 Horizon exams the current scientific research into human sexual behavior. 06 Whose Coast? Episode 616th February 1970 In this episode, Horizon reports on how much of the sea coast around Britain is becoming polluted. 07 A Much Wanted Child Episode 723rd February 1970 This episode deals with the problems of infertility and showing the investigations being carried out. 08 The Expert Witness Episode 82nd March 1970 Sir Bernard Spilsbury, a forensic pathologist, talks about the role of the scientific witness in the criminal courts. 09 After the Iron Age Episode 99th March 1970 A look at some of the work carried out in Britain into the development of new materials for industry. 10 Let the Therapy Fit the Crime Episode 1016th March 1970 This episode of Horizon looks at the question of the treatment of criminals in Britain. 11 The World Outside Episode 1123rd March 1970 Horizon reports on the Mental Health Service in Britain. 12 In the Beginning was the Word Episode 1230th March 1970 This episode surrounds the two channels of human communication - verbal and non-verbal. 13 The Drifting of the Continents Episode 1313th April 1970 A Horizon investigation into the research done in Britain and the USA to support the 'Continental Drift' theory. 14 A Case of Priority Episode 1420th April 1970 This episode of Horizon looks at the National Health Service of Britain and the enormous demands that are imposed on it. 15 The Fretful Elements Episode 1527th April 1970 This report by Horizon looks into meteorological research in Britain and America. 16 One Man's Meat Episode 1611th May 1970 An investigation by Horizon reveals information about the use of artificial additives and preservatives in the manufacture of modern processed foods. 17 Only Skin Deep Episode 176th July 1970 On this episode of Horizon, the science behind the cosmetic industry and the social and psychological importance of beauty and fragrance is revealed. 18 Wolves and Wolfmen Episode 1813th July 1970 This a a report by Horizon on the research in the USA and Canada into the habits of the wolf in its natural surroundings and in captivity. 19 A Measure of Uncertainty Episode 1910th August 1970 Horizon explores the use and role of statistics in modern society and how they are needed for planning. 20 The Manhunters Episode 2017th August 1970 Horizon reveals new evidence found by archaeologists that have now traced our origins back to the extinct ape man of Africa. 21 Don't Get Sick in America Episode 2124th August 1970 In this episode, Horizon reports on how the TV series "Man and Science Today" compares the British National Health System with the private health system in the USA. 22 Crown of Thorns Episode 2231st August 1970 The population explosion of the Crown of Thorns starfish is investigated by Horizon. 23 Noah's Ark in Kensington Episode 237th September 1970 Horizon brings you the history and modern day functions of the Natural History museum in Kensington, Britain. 24 Virus Episode 2414th September 1970 This is an episode on problems dealing with viral diseases such as measles. 25 Water, Water Episode 2521st September 1970 Horizon looks at the work of scientists as they unravel the problems of providing us with water. 26 All Creatures Great and Small Episode 2628th September 1970 In this story, Horizon investigates the issue of controversial animal experiments between anti-vivisectionists and scientists. 27 A Child for a Lifetime Episode 275th October 1970 Horizon reports on the future of 30,000 children in Britain that are mentally retarded. 28 Something for Our Children Episode 2812th October 1970 Horizon reports on the work of the British Nature Conservancy and how scientists are trying to find out about nature. 29 Million Ton Tanker Episode 292nd November 1970 This episode of Horizon reports on the revolution in the size of oil tankers showing present and future planned methods of construction. 30 The Insect War Episode 309th November 1970 Horizon looks at problems caused by the rapid reproduction rate of insects and their increasing resistance to pesticides. 31 The Savage Mind Episode 3116th November 1970 Horizon reports on Professor Claude Levi-Strauss who has been studying and analyzing the so-called primitive man for more than 30 years. 32 Tanks Episode 3223rd November 1970 This episode of Horizon investigates the history of tanks in the last fifty years and the dominant role they have played in land warfare. 33 Mind the Machine Episode 3330th November 1970 In this story, Horizon investigates the artificial intelligence of computers by watching a chess game. 34 Square Pegs Episode 347th December 1970 Horizon examines some of the techniques used by the boom industry of Management Selection. 35 Earthquakes, The City that Waits to Die Episode 3514th December 1970 Horizon investigates the work of geologists and seismologists trying to predict the date of the next great earthquake in San Francisco, California. 36 The Man who Talks to Frogs Episode 3621st December 1970 Horizon reports on some of the pure scientific research work carried out at the Smithsonian Tropical Research institute. 37 The Gargantuan Triumph of Science Episode 3728th December 1970 This episode by Horizon is a dramatized reconstruction from original transcripts of the inquiry into the Tay Bridge disaster.