Rough Science

Season 2

Series II went to the Caribbean, Series III to South Island, New Zealand.

Where to Watch Season 2

6 Episodes

  • Mapping It Out
    E1
    Mapping It OutThe second series takes five scientists to the Carribean island of Carriacou, where their first challenge is to create a scale map of the island - using paper and ink derived from the local vegetation. The team are also challenged to build a sound-recording device from scrap.
  • Bugs and Barometers
    E2
    Bugs and BarometersCut off from their usual laboratory equipment, the team are challenged to create their own from scratch - including a microscope, biology lab and weather station.
  • Time and Transmitters
    E3
    Time and TransmittersThe team turn their attention to communication in the third episode from Carriacou. Kate challenges them to build a transmitter and radio reciever to send messages across the island, plus a kite and an accurate clock using only basic materials.
  • Feel the Heat
    E4
    Feel the HeatKeeping cool is the focus of the latest batch of scientific challenges. Using only the basic equipment provided, plus whatever plants they can find on the island, the team are given the task of devising a refrigeration device, and a thermometer for measuring the results.
  • Sun and Sea
    E5
    Sun and SeaThe Rough Scientists are challenged to devise an underwater lighting system to help them explore the waters around Carriacou - but they can only use natural power sources.
  • The Science of Celebration
    E6
    The Science of CelebrationWith the team about to leave their tropical island base, it's time for a party. The team face the challenge of creating a light-and-sound show to celebrate their success in the previous challenges - but will this one prove too tricky even for them?

Cast of Season 2

  • Kate Humble
  • Iain Stewart

 

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