How the Universe Works Season 1

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Big Bang
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1x01 Big Bang aired Apr 25, 2010

The programme investigates how the Universe came into existence out of nothing, and how it grew from a minuscule point, smaller than an atomic particle, to t... read more

Black Holes
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1x02 Black Holes aired May 02, 2010

Black Holes,the most powerful destroyers in the Universe, the most mysterious phenomena in the heavens. For years they were only speculation, now modern astr... read more

Galaxies
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1x03 Galaxies aired May 10, 2010

The evolution of galaxies, from clouds of cold gas floating in space 13 billion years ago, to the vast gravitationally bound systems of today.

Stars
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1x04 Stars aired May 10, 2010

Examining the birth of stars, and how their creation changed the cosmos for ever, leading to planets and life itself.

Supernovas
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1x05 Supernovas aired May 17, 2010

Understanding large explosions called supernovae (pluralised as "supernovas" by Discovery).

Planets
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1x06 Planets aired May 17, 2010

The journey of planets as they grow from grains of dust to magnificently diverse worlds.

Solar Systems
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1x07 Solar Systems aired May 24, 2010

Is our solar system unique? Since the first discovery of a planet orbiting another star, some 280 alien solar systems have been identified. It's only by look... read more

Moons
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1x08 Moons aired May 24, 2010

Moons come in every possible shape and size. Home to incredible natural phenomena like gigantic geysers and colossal volcanoes, moons also offer perhaps the ... read more

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