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Nova: Julian the Trailblazer WebsiteNova: Julian the Trailblazer Website
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PBS
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9th - 10th
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Physical Education
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Nova: Julian the Trailblazer

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Learn how chemist Percy Julian overcame prejudice and segregation to become one of the leading scientists of the 20th century. These NOVA documents show milestones in Julian's life and career.

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racism

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chemist, percy julian, percy julian biography, one of the leading scientists of the 20th century

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  • Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)

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