Molecular Theory of Matter: Exploring the Science of Molecules (1932)

This educational film from 1932, produced by the Work Projects Administration and the University of Chicago, delves into the molecular theory of matter. Through diagrams and laboratory experiments, it vividly illustrates the behavior of molecules in gases, liquids, and solids. Witness the fascinating action of molecules as a bulb of bromine is broken in a partial vacuum, the force of gas molecules on chamber walls, and the evaporation of water. Microscopic studies reveal molecular movement in solids, offering a comprehensive look at the science behind matter. Narrated by Hermann I. Schlesinger and Harvey B. Lemon, this film is a timeless resource for understanding fundamental scientific principles. Subscribe to Archival Moments for more rare historical content and explore the past with us!