The BEST episodes of National Geographic Documentaries season 1980
Every episode of National Geographic Documentaries season 1980, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of National Geographic Documentaries season 1980!
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#1 - The Invisible World
Season 1980 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/3/1980
Each moment events take place that the human eye cannot perceive because these occurrences are too small, too large, too fast, too slow, or beyond the spectrum of visible light. Entire worlds might escape our inspection if it were not for some extraordinary photographic techniques, sophisticated cameras, and imaging devices. The Invisible World will captivate you with the sight of water crystallizing into ice; a single atom's movement within solid matter; a bullet speeding towards its target—and will forever alter your understanding and perception of the world.
#2 - Dive to the Edge of Creation
Season 1980 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/1980
A documentary following a team of biologists and geologists 1 1/2 miles below the ocean surface where they discover worlds of life around thermal vents which are supported by bacteria that convert chemicals into organic matter. This landmark dive confirmed aspects of the theory of plate tectonics and yielded important biological discoveries
#3 - Mysteries of the Mind
Season 1980 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/4/1980
This program explores manic-depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, alcoholism, and other mood disorders whose victims show a lack of control over their behavior and lives. The program examines the neuro-chemical and genetic components of these disorders and shows some of the latest physiological, neurological and biomedical research into the mysteries of the brain and the mind.
#4 - The Superliners : Twilight of an Era
Season 1980 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/7/1980
A look at the past, when great ocean liners such as the Queen Mary and the Normandie ruled the Atlantic, setting standards of taste, luxury and efficiency in travel.
#5 - African Wildlife
Season 1980 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/15/1980
Filmed at Namibia's Etosha National Park this video takes a look at a wide selection of wildlife, including zebras, cheetahs, wildebeest, lions and elephants.