Science 101

S1, E1: In case you have been living under a rock, with a broken TV, Scope is a science program. But what is science? When did it start? Why do we do it? And who are all these people who call themselves scientists? / Science 101: Rob tackles the hard question of what is science, breaking down the different areas of science and how it has changed over the years. / Bicarb and Vinegar: Bicarb and Vinegar, the two staple ingredients every young scientist should have. Using these two ingredients and a pop top bottle, Julia will show you how to make a launching rocket. / Field Science: Have you ever wondered what a field Scientist does? Well Dr Sean Fitzgibbon, a biologist from The University of Queensland walks you through his out door lab giving you a taste of what it's like to be a field scientist. / Lab Science: Laboratories, they are the first place most people think about when they think about science or scientists. But what exactly goes on in these places? Dr Craig Williams an organic chemist from The University of Queensland uncovers the mystery and takes you on an exploration of his chemistry lab./ Robotic Science: It's dirty, dangerous and dull work. Not the work that CSIRO robotic scientist Rob Zlot does, but the work that his robots do. Rob gives you an insight into what a Robot Scientist does. / Water Science: Leonie Hodgers from CSIRO will show you how scientists are turning waste water into drinking water, using microbiology. So put on your lab coat and join Dr. Rob as he once again proves that the ordinary really does become extraordinary under the Scope!