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In this episode of Fun Kids Science Quest , Dan heads into the world of aluminium recycling to discover what happens to old drink cans and foil after they’ve been thrown away. Learn how aluminium can be recycled over and over again without losing its quality, hear from recycling expert Alex Williams from Novelis Recycling, and find out how your empty can could become a brand-new one in just a matter of weeks. Plus, put your skills to the test as a “Recycling Detective” and uncover the secrets of this endlessly recyclable metal! Created with support from Alupro. Join Fun…
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Fun Kids Science Quest
Fun Kids · Kids & Family · English
Exploring the coolest and most incredible stuff in science, from way back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth to a future where humans live in space! Fun Kids Science Quest is hosted by Dan and is the perfect science podcast for kids and families everywhere. Each week, you'll find episodes from series
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