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The Amazing Human Body

Extreme Cold

Our bodies respond quickly to survive in cold temperatures.

Aired 09/19/2018 | Rating TV-G

The Amazing Human Body

Extreme Cold

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Our bodies respond quickly to survive in cold temperatures.

Our bodies respond quickly to survive in cold temperatures.

Aired 09/19/2018 | Rating TV-G

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Explore the internal mechanics of the human body. (30s)

Working Together

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We learn to work together by reading the emotions and facial expressions of others. (1m 42s)

When Puberty Starts

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What determines when we start puberty has until recently been a mystery. (1m 7s)

Recker Eans, Drummer

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What Recker does during this growing period will change the structure of his brain. (2m 1s)

Our Fears

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Fear is a learned behavior. (53s)

Lew Hollander, Triathlete

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As Lew pushes himself, his body demands more oxygen to keep it going. (59s)

Kate Burn, Ballerina

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The story of how our body deals with damage and repair can be told through Kate's feet. (1m 30s)

From Day One, You Learn

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From an early age, we learn how to control the movements of our bodies. (1m 5s)

Freya Christie, Professional Tennis Player

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Freya's bones in her racket arm have become thicker to cope with her intense workouts. (53s)

Extreme Cold

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Our bodies respond quickly to survive in cold temperatures. (1m 31s)

Danny McCaskill, Cyclist

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Danny demonstrates how new motor skills must be learned and developed with practice. (1m 56s)

Building a Heart

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Dr. Ott takes skin cells and reprograms them into stem cells. (1m 53s)

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