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This lecture explores the origin of the chemical elements in the universe, focusing on nuclear astrophysics. Topics include Big Bang nucleosynthesis, stellar evolution, production of elements heavier than iron, and the stages of Earth's evolution. The lecture delves into the processes of hydrogen and helium fusion, stellar nucleosynthesis, and the fate of stars, including white dwarfs and supernovas.