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What is the universe made of? - Dennis Wildfogel

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The atoms around you have existed for billions of years -- and most originated in the flaming, gaseous core of a star. Dennis Wildfogel tells the captivating tale of these atoms' long journeys from the Big Bang to the molecules they form today.

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The atoms that form in the cores of stars find their way into the ground, the atmosphere, and living creatures on Earth because of ____.

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Meet The Creators

  • Educator Dennis Wildfogel
  • Director Adam Comiskey
  • Animator Ash Barker
  • Artist Samantha Davies
  • Narrator Dennis Wildfogel

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