NOVA: Treasures of the Earth

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All around us is Earth’s bounty—spectacular mountains, Caribbean blue oceans and abundant, delicious food crops. But what we can see is only a part of the riches Earth provides. Its hidden assets are some of our most important natural resources and they have helped shape humankind. Treasures of Earth is a three-part series that takes us on a journey deep inside the Earth to uncover the mysteries of how these treasures were created and explores how they have allowed humans to evolve and build great civilizations. Power Drill down to discover how Earth’s natural treasures provide bountiful energy to power our modern world yet are also driving us to seek new, cleaner alternatives that can help us keep the lights on. Metals Discover how the unique properties of metals have made them a pillar of human civilization. Gems Gemstones like diamonds, rubies, opal and jade are, for many, the ultimate treasures. Discover how these precious stones are forged deep earth, learn the secrets of their sparkle, and see how they may also reveal answers to some of the biggest questions in the field of geology.