Bill illuminates the orbit and phases of the moon to learn about Earth's natural satellite. Features an interview with Harrison Schmitt, the last astronaut to walk on the moon. Comedy, interviews with scientists and hands-on experiments.
"Some very tricky optical illusions show that the brain doesn't always correctly interpret what the eyes see. Check out Bill Nye from a whole new angle when he gets an M.R.I. of his brain"--Container.
Bill Nye the Science Guy answers questions about birds, and leads viewers in building a bird feeder that will allow them to attract and observe their feathered friends.
In the first program, Bill Nye demonstrates how to tell pseudoscience from science; in the second program, he presents a variety of experiments the viewer can perform at home on a variety of topics.
Bill Nye the Science Guy answers questions about genes, and conducts an experiment that shows viewers how to determine if their physical characteristics are similar to those of their parents.
Teaches how to be safe and smart around electricity. Learn about conductors and insulators and why it can be dangerous if a person becomes part of an electrical circuit. Discover how products that use electricity are tested for safety.
