• EXTREME UNIVERSE: ABOUT

  • Monday 5 March at 2:00PM
  • National Geographic Channel

DESCRIPTION

Ever wondered what would happen if you were sucked into a black hole? Or, if wormholes could make time travel a reality? And could life on Earth survive a huge meteor strike like the one that took out the dinosaurs?

Now you can find out in this captivating series. Join experts as they unravel the most mind-boggling mysteries of the cosmos, using the latest scientific theories, dramatic time sequences and everyday examples of incredible forces.

EPISODE GUIDE

  • Extreme Universe: Surviving Outer Space
    Explore the effects micro-gravity, solar radiation and other space conditions have on daily human activity, from eating and sleep to sex.
    Next Showing:  
    Monday 5 March at 2:00PM - National Geographic Channel
  • Extreme Universe: Cosmic Treasures
    With technology leading us further into space, the hunt for new energy sources and, crucially, water will redefine the very meaning of treasure.
    Next Showing:  
    Tuesday 6 March at 2:00PM - National Geographic Channel
  • Extreme Universe: Most Powerful Stars
    A look at stars many times the size and power of our Sun, including their properties and life cycle, which includes a violent supernova death.
    Next Showing:  
    Wednesday 7 March at 2:00PM - National Geographic Channel
  • Extreme Universe: Future Space Tech
    Find out how everything from basic household items to our most advanced technologies is being adapted for use in space.
    Next Showing:  
    Thursday 8 March at 2:00PM - National Geographic Channel
  • Extreme Universe: Biggest Cosmic Blasts
    Discover the largest eruptions in space, from freezing ice-volcanoes on Saturn's moon Enceladus, to huge subterranean lava tubes on Mars.
    Next Showing:  
    Friday 9 March at 2:00PM - National Geographic Channel
  • Extreme Universe: Alien Building Site
    Travel to NASA's tool lab for a look at space construction gear, explore the ultimate cosmic big build, and learn all about engineering in space.
  • Extreme Universe: Escaping Earth
    Of the hundreds of launches made into space, only a handful have left Earth's gravity. Find out about the challenges of getting off our planet.
  • Extreme Universe: End Of The World
    An epic tale of cosmic death and rebirth as the cycle of life unfolds on the grandest scale of all.
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