From genes to brains to books

United States, 1980

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Episode of Series “Cosmos: a personal voyage”.
Demonstrates the functions of genes, brains and books in storing information. Shows that DNA governs the biochemical processes of all living organisms; describes some of the functions thought to be performed in various parts of the brain and differentiates between the information storage systems of humans and other living organisms. Adapted from “Cosmos” television series by Carl Sagan. Suitable for upper secondary level.

Credits

co-director

David F. Oyster

David Kennard

Richard Wells

co-producer

David Kennard

Geoffrey Hines-Stiles

Gregory Andorfer

production company

Carl Sagan Productions

KCET (Television station : Los Angeles, Calif.)

Films Incorporated

Language

English

Duration

00:21:17:00

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