60-Second Adventures in Astronomy - for iPad/Mac/PC
60-Second Adventures in Astronomy - for iPad/Mac/PC
The Open University
Ever wondered where the Universe came from? Or more importantly, where it's headed? Voiced by David Mitchell, this series of 60 second animations examines different scientific concepts from the big bang to relativity, from black holes to dark matter. The series also explores the possibility of life beyond Earth and considers why David Bowie is still none the wiser about life on Mars.
The Big Bang
Just how big was the Big Bang? Discover how scientists have calculated the exact volume of the noise created at the birth of the Universe.
Dec 20, 2012
1 min
Transcript -- The Big Bang
Just how big was the Big Bang? Discover how scientists have calculated the exact volume of the noise created at the birth of the Universe.
Dec 20, 2012
Supernovae
What happens when a star explodes? Learn how all the elements in the Universe were formed, and where exactly your favourite silver necklace comes from.
Dec 20, 2012
1 min
Transcript -- Supernovae
What happens when a star explodes? Learn how all the elements in the Universe were formed, and where exactly your favourite silver necklace comes from.
Dec 20, 2012
Exoplanets
We can't see exoplanets, but we know they're there. This episode explores how scientists have studied distant stars to learn more about the invisible planets that orbit them.
Dec 20, 2012
1 min
Transcript -- Exoplanets
We can't see exoplanets, but we know they're there. This episode explores how scientists have studied distant stars to learn more about the invisible planets that orbit them.
Dec 20, 2012
A Day on Mercury
No-one on Mercury could claim there's not enough hours in the day. Find out how you'd pass the time on a planet where a single day lasts two years.
Dec 20, 2012
1 min
Transcript -- A Day on Mercury
No-one on Mercury could claim there's not enough hours in the day. Find out how you'd pass the time on a planet where a single day lasts two years.
Dec 20, 2012
The Rotating Moon
The Moon is like a loyal servant to a Queen, and never turns its back on the Earth. Discover how the Moon's orbit means we always see it's best side.
Dec 20, 2012
1 min
Transcript -- The Rotating Moon
The Moon is like a loyal servant to a Queen, and never turns its back on the Earth. Discover how the Moon's orbit means we always see it's best side.
Dec 20, 2012
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