Humanity After An Apocalypse
Synopsis
If 99% of the world's population were wiped out, millions could still survive, resembling the population levels of the Bronze Age.
Synopsis
Professor Lewis Dartnell stands on a beach, demonstrating how to make glass from raw materials like sand, seaweed, and seashells. In a world devastated by a global catastrophe, he discusses how survivors can rebuild civilization. Dartnell draws on historical examples, such as the New York blackout and shipwrecked sailors, to illustrate human ingenuity. He emphasizes the need for scientific knowledge and practical skills to restart society after a collapse. The documentary outlines essential resources and strategies for survival in a post-apocalyptic setting.
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Why Watch
- Find out how to survive without modern conveniences.
- See why cities are unsafe after a collapse.
- Meet Professor Lewis D and his glass-making experiment.
Did You Know
- If 99% of the world's population were wiped out, millions would still survive.
- The recipe for making glass requires only three ingredients: silica, soda ash, and lime.
- Professor Lewis D made glass from scratch on a single beach in one day.
- Cities become dangerous without maintenance, leading to fires and potential explosions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three ingredients needed to make glass?
The three ingredients needed to make glass are silica from sand, soda ash from seaweed or coastal plants, and lime from seashells, coral, limestone, or chalk.
What should survivors do after a collapse of civilization?
Survivors should move out of cities to rural locations where they can find fresh water, firewood, and land to grow crops.
Who is Professor Lewis D?
Professor Lewis D is a scientist and the author of a book called 'The Knowledge: How to Rebuild Our World from Scratch'.
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