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NOVA

1974Returning SeriesNext: Feb 25 9pm ET53 Seasons1017 Episodes7.0TMDB
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PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

Season 21 · Episode 17

Buried in Ash

Aired Nov 29, 1994at 9PM·55m

Ten million years ago, an enormous volcanic eruption buried much of what is now Nebraska in up to 10 feet of ash, preserving countless skeletons of prehistoric big game animals. NOVA joins the discoverer of this treasure trove to learn what life was like when a lot more than buffalo roamed the West.

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When did NOVA Season 21 Episode 17 air?

NOVA Season 21 Episode 17 aired on November 29, 1994 at 9 PM ET.

How long is NOVA Season 21 Episode 17?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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