This educational show explores many scientific questions and topics about the universe (Big Bang, the Sun, the planets, black holes, other galaxies, astrobiology etc.) through latest CGI, data and interviews with scientists. (imdb)
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Secrets of the Sun (2007)
- S1E1
The physical processes driving the energetic dynamics of the Sun and the resulting impact on the earth are examined. (imdb)
Mars: The Red Planet (2007)
- S1E2
Program recaps the basic knowledge about Mars normally covered in high school. (imdb)
The End of the Earth (2007)
- S1E3
A few of the cosmic threats to life on earth reviewed include meteors, gamma ray bursts and, in the distant future, evolution of the sun. (imdb)
The Universe examines the stormy gas giant Jupiter and its mini-solar system of over 60 moons. (imdb)
The Moon (2007)
- S1E5
The unique features of Earth's moon and the processes that shaped it are described. Past theories of the Moon's formation are also presented. (imdb)
Spaceship Earth (2007)
- S1E6
Take a high performance ride through the formation of the third planet from the Sun, Earth. A survivor of one of the most violent "neighborhoods" in the universe, learn how earth was created and discover what creatures hold clues to how life began. (imdb)
Contrasts the radical differences between Earth and the planets Venus and Mercury. Lessons for life on earth are presented. (imdb)
Program takes a brief look at the dynamics of Saturn's rings before exploring the unique and amazing features of the planet itself, including the curious behavior at the poles, and recent discoveries about Saturn's exotic moons. (imdb)