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Can Science Explain the Origin of Life? Instructional VideoCan Science Explain the Origin of Life? Instructional Video
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6th - 12th
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Science
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Instructional Videos
Media Length
7:11
Duration
10 mins
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Can Science Explain the Origin of Life?

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How did life on earth begin? Is there a scientific explanation that could show how life arose from chemical reactions? Discover the answers to these questions and more as you watch a basic explanation of the hypotheses currently being explored by scientists regarding the origin of life, not just on earth, but potentially on other planets, as well. 

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Concepts

evolution, the theory of evolution, charles darwin, natural selection, the origin of life

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natural selection, evolution, charles darwin, chemistry of life, metabolic pathways, origin of life, science

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  • Engaging and easy to understand

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