Popular Science J-0-3

Popular Science J-0-3

What's New in the World of Today and Tomorrow!

1940 · 11 min · ★ 8.0 · Documentary

Pliofilm plastic (rubber hydrochloride) and applications in raingear, food packaging, a transparent dress. Also, hybrid giant vegetables; plastic contact lenses; the nature and prevention of dust explosions.

Directed by Robert Carlisle · Written by Walter Anthony

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