
This series takes a fascinating new look at a very old universe. Fifty years after man first ventured into outer space, we examine the greatest secrets of the heavens. Each episode outlines how humans have explored the universe, and scrutinises the discoveries they have made. We look at the 88 official constellations, including the the star that's due to go supernova in the constellation Orion and investigate the 13th zodiac sign that no one talks about.
From space craft sporting sails that catch laser beams, to propulsion engines powered by a bizarre entity known as anti-matter, we investigate the mysteries of the universe, past, present and future. Does life exist on other planets? How did life evolve on Earth? What will life look like on other planets? These and other pertinent questions will be answered.

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The Universe 2: Alien Moons
Tue October 7th at 7:00pm
Tue October 7th at 11:00pm
Wed October 8th at 3:00am
Wed October 8th at 12:00pm
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In the shadow of the planets there are objects that, unlike our moon, border on the bizarre. Here we explore the moons of surrounding planets in the solar system.
We travel from the inner solar system to the Kuiper Belt, exploring the moons surrounding the planets of our solar system. Most of these moons were once unknown but are now on the cutting edge of astronomical study.
Some burst with volcanic fury, others spew icy geysers and still others offer the possibility of alien life. Are these strange worlds simply hostile environments unfit for humans or do other possibilities exist?
Cutting-edge computer graphics are used to bring the universe down to earth and to envisage what kind of life forms might evolve in alien atmospheres.





