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How the Universe Works

A comprehensive exploration of the universe, tracing its origins from the Big Bang to galaxies, stars, planets, and moons. This primer answers the fundamental questions about the cosmos, providing a deep understanding of the intricate relationships between celestial bodies and the mysteries of th...

Episodes:

Episode 1 Big Bang

1. Big Bang

Aired: Apr 25, 2010

This is the greatest story ever told, the creation of everything us. The prog...

Episode 2 Black Holes

2. Black Holes

Aired: May 2, 2010

Black Holes,the most powerful destroyers in the Universe, the most mysterious...

Episode 3 Galaxies

3. Galaxies

Aired: May 10, 2010

Galaxies, home to stars, planets and us, come in all shapes and sizes. Witnes...

Episode 4 Stars

4. Stars

Aired: May 10, 2010

The story of how stars were made by the Universe and how Stars then went on t...

Episode 5 Supernovas

5. Supernovas

Aired: May 17, 2010

Stars are not eternal; they are dying in unimaginably large explosions called...

Episode 6 Planets

6. Planets

Aired: May 17, 2010

There are just eight planets in our solar system, but there could be a hundre...

Episode 7 Solar Systems

7. Solar Systems

Aired: May 24, 2010

Is our solar system unique? Since the first discovery of a planet orbiting an...

Episode 8 Moons

8. Moons

Aired: May 24, 2010

Moons come in every possible shape and size. Home to incredible natural pheno...

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Info about How the Universe Works

Seasons: 11

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: Science

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary