The Universe

Season 7

2012 · 7 episodes · 5h 15m in all · 7.9/10

Episodes

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   1. How Big, How Far, How Fast

   29 Apr 2012 · 45 min · 8.5/10

   The biggest objects, farthest distances, and fastest speeds are made relatable through extreme physical analogies.

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   2. Alien Sounds

   6 May 2012 · 45 min

   What does the Universe sound like? From the sweep of a pulsar, to the deafening roar of our boiling sun this episode explores the undiscovered soundscapes of the solar system, the galaxy, and the entire cosmos. And, is it true that in space nobody can hear you scream?!? Our scientists reveal that there are places in the Universe that prove this sci-fi statement wrong.

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   3. Our Place in the Milky Way

   13 May 2012 · 45 min · 10.0/10

   An exploration of Earth's cosmic neighborhood. Looking beyond the borders of our solar system, what's nearby in our galaxy? How do the other objects in our local area influence life on Earth? And, how did Earth's place in the galaxy make it the perfect place for the development of advanced life?

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   4. Deep Freeze

   20 May 2012 · 45 min · 10.0/10

   This episode discusses the coldest places in the universe from labs on earth to super cold places in our solar system, galaxy and beyond.

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   5. Microscopic Universe

   3 Jun 2012 · 45 min

   An examination is conducted into the world of miniature particles, as microscopic objects like neutrinos MACHOs, WIMPs and many others may ultimately lead to understanding more about the mysteries surrounding the cosmos.

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   6. Ride the Comet

   10 Jun 2012 · 45 min · 10.0/10

   A comet travels to the sun from the outer reaches of the solar system.

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   7. When Space Changed History

   17 Jun 2012 · 45 min · 1.0/10

   Objects from space have changed history throughout the ages.