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How Did Life Begin? - The Origins of Chemical Evolution

History of the Earth via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating origins of life on Earth in this 22-minute educational video. Delve into the chemical composition of early life forms, investigate the RNA world hypothesis, and examine the role of fatty acids in the emergence of living organisms. Learn about historical misconceptions surrounding spontaneous generation and discover how modern scientific research is shedding light on the complex processes that led to the first living cells. Gain insights from expert researchers and cutting-edge theories as you unravel one of the most fundamental questions in biology: how did life begin?

Syllabus

Intro
The Origins of Life
Chemical Composition
The RNA World
Fatty Acids

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History of the Earth

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