The operating system of life - George Zaidan and Charles Morton
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Humans,
octopi and pine trees alike are all made up of cells, tiny but
sophisticated systems that keep life going. Cells are almost like tiny
factories run by robots, with the nucleus, DNA, proteins, lipids, and
vitamins and minerals all playing critical roles. George Zaidan and
Charles Morton lay out the blueprint of a cell and explain how
biochemistry binds all life together.
You might already know that cells evolve from one generation to another. Random mutations in the DNA of a cell can cause certain proteins to function differently than before. Mutations ensure genetic diversity across a particular species and can help that species survive when it’s faced with environmental pressures. How would you extend the robot/factory analogy to accommodate this new information?
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Meet The Creators
- Educator George Zaidan, Charles Morton
- Animator Adam Comiskey, Dan Hurst
- Artist Sam Davies
- Composer Brian Gurewitz
- Narrator George Zaidan
