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World Service,17 Sep 1995,28 mins

The wonder of extremophiles

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The wonder of extremophiles, micro organisms which live in extreme conditions. Scientists gather to discuss organisms which can live in extremely high temperatures and in high pressure and even extremely cold environments. Also in the the programme, a report on subatomic particle experiments in Germany and how scientists are experimenting with smells to protect drops from aphids.

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