EXTREME LONGEVITY: Discovering Earth's Oldest Organisms

Jeanne Louise Calment holds the record for the longest human life span at 122 years old. The Greenland shark might live for 400 or 500 years, which pales in comparison to the age of some trees. Delve into how scientists are using what they know about aged plants and animals to research longevity in humans. Ages 11 & up. Well illustrated in color.