Genetic Engineering
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Transcript: Venus is in many ways the sister planet to the Earth. However, the physical conditions are so extreme and unpleasant that it’s an irony that it’s named after the goddess of love. Venus has extremely high atmospheric pressure, ninety bars, which is the s [transcript incomplete-we will complete shortly 7-29-11]
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