Ingredients for Life: Carbon
Carbon is the basis of all organic molecules. It is also one of the most abundant elements in the universe. This video segment illustrates the special characteristics of carbon that make it an essential ingredient for life.
Media Details
Runtime: 1 minutes 37 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Biology, Cells, Chemistry
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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- Release Year: 2006
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Learning Media
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