Modern Marvels · SEASON 18
Convenience Stores
Episode 12 · 2012-01-16
- Documentary
Episode overview
160 million Americans visit a convenience store every day. Why? Because it's fast. But what you probably didn't know is how every detail of its design has been engineered to work that way. Step inside one of the busiest 7-11's in America and find out what makes it tick. And go behind the scenes to see how favorite innovations–like slurpees, turbo ovens, and beef jerky–are made. The science of convenience will amaze you!
44 minutes
Season 18 episodes
1. Inside Your Walls2011-10-03
2. Built by Hand2011-10-10
3. Swamp Tech2011-10-24
4. Pocket Tools2011-11-07
5. Food Trucks2011-11-14
6. Weird Machines2011-11-28
7. More Candy2011-12-05
8. Battle Ready2011-12-19
9. Stink2011-12-26
10. Waterproof2012-01-02
11. Wood2012-01-09
12. Convenience Stores2012-01-16
13. Tiny Weapons2012-01-23
14. Under Pressure2012-01-30
15. Shoes2012-02-06
16. Alaska2012-02-20
