Feb 4, 2021 · 1h
From explosions to photosynthesis, chemical reactions transform our world.
NOVA: Beyond the Elements
Picking up where he left off in NOVA's popular special, Hunting the Elements, David Pogue sets out on a worldwide quest to find the key molecules and chemical reactions that have paved the way for human civilization, life, and even the universe as we know it. And along the way, he uncovers the simple principles that produce such a dizzying diversity of matter from elements on the periodic table.
Created by: David Pogue
Season 1 Episodes
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Feb 11, 2021 · 1h
Engineers have created super-strong glass, rubber, and plastic—but at what cost?
Feb 18, 2021 · 1h
Discover the origins of life and the chemistry that made it all happen.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did NOVA: Beyond the Elements Season 1 premiere?
NOVA: Beyond the Elements Season 1 premiered on February 4, 2021.
How many episodes are in NOVA: Beyond the Elements Season 1?
NOVA: Beyond the Elements Season 1 has 3 episodes.
What is the first episode of NOVA: Beyond the Elements Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Reactions". It aired on February 4, 2021.
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