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The Astronomers

The Astronomers

This series explores the lives and work of noted modern-day astronomers, taking the viewer into the farthest reaches of outer space in search of black holes, quasars, dark matter, gravity waves, stars and evidence of planets outside our solar system. Intriguing celestial phenomena are examined from the perspectives of the experts: the men and women that are uncovering the secrets of the cosmos. Further, the series focuses not only on professional achievements, but on the scientists' personal lives as well.

Created ByJames F. Golway
StatusEnded
Original NameThe Astronomers
First Air DateApril 12, 1991
Last Air DateApril 19, 1991
Seasons1
Episodes6
Episode Runtime 0min
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
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Production CompaniesMPI Home VideoKCET
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Prospecting for Planets
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Prospecting for Planets

Efforts to discover other planetary systems and to learn more about the planets of our own solar system are examined. Images are shown that have been sent back to Earth by Voyager, the space probe exploring the outer edges of the solar system.

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