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How to Grow a Planet

Season 1 Episode 3: The Challenger

A new ecosystem emerged on the planet after the meteor's impact, featuring rapidly growing grasses that thrived on carbon dioxide with remarkable speed and efficiency. The grasses' seeds and stems, rich in nutrients, became a vital food source for many animals.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Life from Light

1. Life from Light

Aired: Feb 7, 2012

The next episode delves into the early days of life on Earth, exploring how p...

Episode 2 The Power of Flowers

2. The Power of Flowers

Aired: Feb 14, 2012

The evolution of flowers revolutionized plant reproduction, trading in basic ...

Episode 3 The Challenger

3. The Challenger

Aired: Feb 21, 2012

A new ecosystem emerged on the planet after the meteor's impact, featuring ra...

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Info about How to Grow a Planet

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary