Synopsis
With advancements in technology, Vic finds out whether robots are likely to overtake the world.
- Programme: The Ministry of Curious Stuff
- Series: 1
- Episode: 1
- Channel: CBBC
- Broadcast year: 2012
- Science | Working scientifically | Asking questions
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