The Universe
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Episode 18
Cosmic Apocalypse
aired: Tue, Apr 29, 2008
The Universe as we know it is condemned to death. Space, matter and even time will one day cease to exist and there's nothing we can do about it. Harsh realities are revealed about the future of our Universe; it may collapse and burn or it might be gripped by a galactic ice age. Either of these scenarios might be a long way off. However, our Universe could suddenly be destroyed by a "random quantum fluctuation", a bubble of destruction that can obliterate the entire cosmos in the blink of an eye. No matter how it ends, life in our Universe is doomed. Source: History Channel
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Episode 16
Biggest Things in the Universe
aired: Mon, Apr 14, 2008
We can't compare anything on earth to the biggest things known in space. The Lymann Alpha blob is a bubble like structure containing countless galaxies--perhaps the biggest object in the entire universe. Regions of radio-emitting gas called "radio lobes" could be even bigger. Then there are super galaxy clusters which are hundreds of galaxies merged together due to cosmic collisions. Discover which is the largest planet, star, star cluster, constellation, black hole, volcano, galaxy, explosions, moon, storm, impact crater and "void" in space. Source: History Channel
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Episode 14
Nebulas
aired: Tue, Apr 1, 2008
Take a tour through the "Art Gallery of the Galaxy" and view what are considered the "crown jewels" of the heavens. Nebulas are mysterious clouds of gas that aren't classified as stars, planets, moons or asteroids. Astronomers use the most sophisticated techniques to view them since they are practically invisible to the naked eye. Nothing less than stunning, nebulas glow, reflect or obscure the galaxy's light with amazing swirls of color. Nebulas mark the regions where the nothingness of space first coalesces, where stars are born and where stars die. Cutting-edge computer graphics are used to bring the universe down to earth. Source: History Channel
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Episode 13
Colonizing Space
aired: Tue, Mar 11, 2008
Space colonization is no longer the fodder of science fiction, it is becoming a reality. Examine the efforts underway to establish a human colony on Mars, including how they plan to grow food, recycle wastewater and introduce greenhouse gases to revive the red planet and make it more habitable for humans. Cutting-edge computer graphics are used to bring the universe down to earth to show what life would be like on Mars, and to imagine what kind of life forms might evolve in alien atmospheres. Source: History Channel
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Episode 12
Cosmic Collisions
aired: Mon, Mar 3, 2008
It's been said that our universe is a cosmic shooting gallery. Gravity is moving everything around and things are bound to collide. Astronomers are attempting to understand how these collisions occur in the dark recesses of space. Learn about collisional families, which are clusters of comets and asteroids; planetary collisions; mass extinction impacts involving asteroids and comets; stars collisions; and galaxy cluster collisions. Cutting-edge computer graphics are used to bring this series down to earth as the heavens yield their greatest secrets. Source: History Channel
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Episode 11
Unexplained Mysteries
aired: Tue, Feb 26, 2008
A look at myths and mysteries concerning the universe. Includes a possibility that life can be sustained on Mars, an examination of time travel, and the theory of a Dark Star as a companion of our sun. Also, a closer look at the Big Bang theory.
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Episode 10
Constellations
aired: Tue, Feb 19, 2008
A constellation is a group of stars that are connected together to form a figure or picture. These star pictures help organize the night sky and provide a useful tool for astronomers even today. Explore some of the 88 official constellations and learn about some of the highlights of each--like the star that's due to go supernova in the constellation Orion. Discover the 13th zodiac sign that no one talks about, and find out why Polaris, the North Star, will one day have to surrender its title. Source: History Channel
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Episode 9
Supernovas
aired: Mon, Feb 11, 2008
A stellar explosion, the supernova is the sensational death of a star. It can shine as bright as 100 billion Suns and radiate as much energy as the Sun would emit over 10 billion years. Jets of high-energy light and matter are propelled into space and can cause massive Gamma Ray Bursts and emit intense X-ray radiation for thousands of years. Astronomers believe that this process creates the very building blocks of planets, people and plants. Meet the world's leading Supernova hunters, and take a look at recorded supernovas throughout history. Source: History.com
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Episode 8
Space Travel
aired: Mon, Feb 4, 2008
Scientists are working on a vast plethora of new technologies in hopes of traveling through space at a rate fast enough to explore the far ends of the universe. See the science behind the notion of warp-speed and the theories that show it is possible for a particle to travel faster than light.
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Episode 7
Astrobiology
aired: Tue, Jan 29, 2008
Astrobiology combines elements of astronomy, biology and geology to examine the evolution of life on not only Earth, but other planets as well.
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Episode 6
Dark Matter
aired: Tue, Jan 15, 2008
Despite not having a clear knowledge of what it is, scientists know that Dark Matter and Dark Energy make up 96% of the universe. Discovered only a decade ago, scientists continue to study their characteristics. With computer graphics, watch as Dark Matter and Dark Energy are brought closer to Earth.
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Episode 5
Alien Moons
aired: Tue, Jan 8, 2008
The Universe goes inside the Kuiper Belt to explore the moons surrounding the planets of the solar system. Some contain volcanic fury while others have the possibility of alien life.
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Episode 4
The Milky Way
aired: Tue, Dec 18, 2007
Countless wonders exist between the earth and the Milky Way. Watch as The Universe takes viewers inside the 100,000 light-year-wide cluster of stars and phenomena.
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Episode 3
Season 2 Episode 3
aired: Mon, Dec 10, 2007
Uncover the mystery of the moon, as well as the meaning behind the moon in several cultures, from a god to a timekeeper. Some argue that without the moon, humanity would never have come to be.
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Episode 2
Cosmic Holes
aired: Mon, Dec 3, 2007
A closer look into the mysterious holes formed in space. Included is black holes and their variations, wormholes and white holes.
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Episode 1
Alien Planets
aired: Tue, Nov 27, 2007
A look at the newly found planets far beyond our solar system.
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