Seven Ages of Starlight

Season 1

Stars are at the heart of all life. Much of the matter that makes up the known universe comes from these brilliant entities. Using innovative graphics and stunning images from the Hubble Space Telescope, examine the different stages of a star's life.

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S1 E1 - Episode 1
February 28, 2017
45min
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The birth of a star, caused by clouds of dust and gas colliding, is one of the most magical events in the cosmos. Learn more about this process of hydrogen fusion and find out what stage the sun is currently at in its own lifecycle.
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S1 E2 - Episode 2
February 28, 2017
47min
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Red Giants. White Dwarfs. Supernovae. Explore the final stages of a star's life before fading into the darkness of the universe. Dying stars release atoms into the cosmos that help to create new planets, making these closing stages crucial.
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