From Ice to Fire: The Incredible Science of Temperature S01E02 - A Temperature for Life

Episode Overview

Dr. Helen Czerski, a physicist, delves into the specific temperature range that has made life possible on our planet. She uncovers the origins of life in the extreme conditions where heat meets cold, highlighting how all living beings rely on temperature for their existence. Czerski reveals the incredible adaptations that various animals have developed to maintain their body temperatures. Additionally, she observes groundbreaking surgical techniques that utilize temperature to challenge the limits of human endurance.

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