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EPISODE · Oct 4, 2009 · 3 MIN

How do sharks make blood?

from Question of the Week, from the Naked Scientists · host Dr Chris Smith

We find out how sharks, proud owners of cartilaginous skeletons, make red blood cells without the aid of bone marrow. Plus, we ask whether it's safe to get up close and personal with your television set. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

We find out how sharks, proud owners of cartilaginous skeletons, make red blood cells without the aid of bone marrow. Plus, we ask whether it's safe to get up close and personal with your television set. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

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