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Uranium – Twisting the Dragon’s Tail
Born in the Death of a Star
Uranium was forged in the explosion of a star some six billion years ago. It's woven into the fabric of our earth, still crackling with the energy of that exploding star. Dr. Derek Muller travels to the Czech Republic to begin his journey to discover the incredible story of Uranium. He explains that everywhere on Earth is naturally radioactive; you are radioactive.
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See how uranium has shaped the past and will change the future.
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Follow Dr. Derek Muller as he explores the controversial element — uranium.