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Gears are fascinating to watch, and are found in the inner workings of many objects, but how do they really work? Are the actions of gears all the same, whether they are large or small? The answers can be found in this program, The Way Things Work: How Gears Work, as host Bob Symes tells his viewers that gears are merely round wedges. His explanations help to clarify some of the basic concepts of physical science, and are delivered in a well-paced, easy-to-understand fashion. While the programs are very short, they contain a lot of information that students need to know.