Wonders of the Solar System

Wonders of the Solar System (2010)

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Experience the extraordinary…in our planet's own backyard. Wonders explores some of the most amazing features of our very own solar system – how the forces of nature carved out beauty and order from the chaos of space; how our home planet doesn't sit in magnificent isolation but is intimately connected with the rest of the solar system; and how these connections have created the haven we call Earth. Using the latest scientific knowledge and breathtaking images beamed back from the fleet of probes, rovers and telescopes currently in space, this gorgeous imagery, paired with some of the most spectacular and extreme locations on Earth, help to reveal wonders never thought possible.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05AliensApr 4, 2010
S01E04Dead or AliveMar 28, 2010
S01E03The Thin Blue LineMar 21, 2010
S01E02Order Out of ChaosMar 14, 2010
S01E01Empire of the SunMar 7, 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did "Wonders of the Solar System" premiere?

"Wonders of the Solar System" premiered on March 7, 2010.

Who is the host of "Wonders of the Solar System"?

"Wonders of the Solar System" is hosted by physicist and author Brian Cox.

How many episodes are in "Wonders of the Solar System"?

"Wonders of the Solar System" has five episodes.

What is the first episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" called?

The first episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" is called "Empire of the Sun."

What is the second episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" about?

The second episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" is called "Order Out of Chaos," and it explores the laws of physics that govern our universe.

What is the third episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" about?

The third episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" is called "The Thin Blue Line," and it examines the Earth's atmosphere.

What is the fourth episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" about?

The fourth episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" is called "Dead or Alive," and it explores the possibility of life on other planets.

What is the fifth episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" about?

The fifth episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" is called "Alien," and it examines the search for extraterrestrial life.

Where was "Wonders of the Solar System" filmed?

"Wonders of the Solar System" was filmed on location in various parts of the world, including Hawaii, the United States, and New Zealand.

What makes "Wonders of the Solar System" different from other science shows?

"Wonders of the Solar System" stands out from other science shows because it not only explains scientific concepts, but also explores the beauty and wonder of our universe.

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