Ingredients for Life: Carbon

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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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