Video Extras 5: The Reef

Mike and Kate talking

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The reef diaries

Did the reef give grief - or cause for relief? See what the scientists were really thinking...

Ellen's diary
Jonathan's diary
Kathy's diary
Mike's diary

This corrosion

You never know when you’re going to need an underwater burglar alarm, but how to stop it from rusting? Discover how you can rely on sacrificial metals.

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