The Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab Kit is roughly high on the list of the world's most dangerous toy with 3 sources of radiation. Subscribe for more videos from Atlas Obscura: We took a look at one of the world’s most dangerous toys - the Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab, an atomic energy lab kit that contained a book on how to prospect uranium. This retro “toy“ from the 1950s enabled children to dive deep into the world of atomic chemistry. This retro toy is literally radioactive. See more videos the Object of Intrigue series here: More Videos from Atlas Obscura: - Watch as Atlas Obscura's co-founder discusses the Tunguska Event, one of the largest explosions ever recorded - - Discover the colorful village of Portmeirion, an usual Italian Village in Wales - - Did George Washington really have wooden teeth? We found out - - Learn about the infamous Gates of Hell from Atlas Obscura's co-founder - Subscribe for more videos from Atlas Obscura: Visit the Museum of Science and Industry: Atlas Obscura Team: Directed by: Robert Stockwell Edited by: Lindsay Rynne Executive Producers: Doug Baldinger & Chris Naka Produced by: Ben Cohen Production Assistant: Josh Bloome Special Thanks: Isabel Morales Amy Patti About Atlas Obscura: At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: Subscribe for more videos like this: Follow us on Facebook: Tweet us: Explore our Instagram:
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