The wider universe beyond our own planet has fascinated people for centuries. And, as technology has improved, so has our understanding of it. From the raging fires of the Sun to the tiny dwarf planet Pluto, our solar system is full of incredible worlds and objects. This collection of short films provides you with a fascinating introduction to the wondrous universe we live in.
Instructions: Click the purple plus signs next to a heavenly body to see a fascinating video about it. Click play on the window or expand it to full size. You can click again on the same plus sign to make the video disappear so you can click on another planet. Remember to pause the videos before moving on, or the audio will keep playing. So in short - click on a button to see a video of the planet, click it again to make it go away!
There is a video about each planet, as well as the Sun and the astroid belt. There is also a film about the tiny dwarf planet of Ceres, with its mysterious bright lights, which were discovered by NASA a few years back. I hope you enjoy these fascinating videos!
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The Most Stunning Pics of the Moons in Our Solar System
This video features incredible images of the many moons of the Solar System we've never seen before.
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Impossible Phenomena Occur In Planets Across the Universe
Take a look at these 5 occurrences that would be impossible to happen on Earth but are a daily thing on these other planets
Test Your Knowledge of Our Solar Neighborhood!
This quiz will put your knowledge of our solar system to the test!
Galileo’s Greatest Discoveries: Jupiter’s Incredible Moons
Galileo was the first to discover these moons of Jupiter, which are still held in high regard and studied by astronomers everywhere even now
1:14:42
Documentary: How Did Our Universe Come From Nothing?
Can “nothing” truly become “something”? In this video, we’ll dig into this mind-bending question.
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K2-18b: The Exoplanet That Might Host Alien Life
Astronomers have detected signs of posisble life in the atmosphere of exoplanet K2-18b.
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Science: Here's Everything We Know About Pluto
Join us as we unravel the mysteries of far off Pluto, 3.7 billion miles from our Sun.
8:44
What Does an Atom Really Look Like?
In this video, we'll try to visualize what an atom actually looks like.
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The Age of the Affordable Android Robots is Here...
Meet the Unitree R1 – the game-changing humanoid robot that just shattered every price expectation in robotics.
What Your Phone Habits Say About Your Mental Health
These phone habits might indicate underlying anxiety—and paying attention to them could help you better understand your mental health.
8:12
How Humans Helped Cats Take Over the World
The relationship between humans and cats goes back as far as 9,500 years. How did it al start? And how did humans help cats essentially take over the world?
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The World You See Doesn't Really Exist...
his video reveals how your brain constructs reality instead of simply perceiving it.
25 Pics Showing How People in the Past Imagined the Future
Let’s see how the people of the past imagined the future and find out if their fun predictions came true with these 25 vintage pictures
These Are the Miracles That Happen in Our Bodies Every Day
There is a lot that happens inside our bodies every single day. Did you know any of these facts?
Enjoy This Fascinating Collection of NASA's Best Photos
Here are 15 of NASA's most amazing recent pictures, along with brief explanations of exactly what is going on in each one.
New Study Reveals: The Sleeping Viruses We Carry Within Us
A large new study followed more than 1,150 patients who were hospitalized with COVID-19, tracking them closely during their illness and for a full year afterward. What the researchers found sheds new light on these hidden passengers, and on why some
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12 SUPER COOL Military Inventions You’ve Never Seen
Check out this list of amazing new military innovations. They will transform warfare in the near future!
5:17
How Exactly Do We Hear? All is Revealed Here!
In this informative TED-Ed video, Douglas L. Oliver explains the complete science behind hearing.
0:55
China's G1 Robot is Showing Some Incredible Moves
The G1 is a new robot developed in China and in this video shows some amazing moves.
Remembering the Life and Wisdom of Stephen Hawking
Stephen Hawking possessed one of the greatest minds the world has ever seen, but was also impaired by a debilitating disease. Here are his life ant times.
6:47
7 Exciting Physics Tricks You Have to See!
Watch these seven remarkable physics tricks in this exciting and fun video.
10:50
Remarkable! This Is How the Universe Developed...
Watch this time lapse of the entire universe - starting with the big bang and culminating in the appearance of homo sapiens.
10:46
Neat Life Hacks To Help You Remember Things Better
A lot of us tend to forget the simplest things at times. This video provides some neat tips to help boost your memory.
7:56
These 6 Chemical Reactions Changed the Course of History
Although we rarely pay much attention to the chemistry that constantly surrounds us, these 6 reactions changed history.
17:03
What is a Ballistic Missile and is Its Purpose?
Why is the ballistic missile so feared, and what exactly qualifies it as such - will all be explained in this informative video.
Extraordinary Inventions By Tesla That Were Never Built!
Nikola Tesla was a scientist too advanced for his time. Here are some of the inventions he never had a chance to build.
38:55
What Happens the Deeper You Go Underground?
What happens when pressure pushes matter beyond the limits of what we thought possible?
4:51
Watch These Chinese Robots Amaze the World
In this video, you're going to see just how far these robots can go, as they've been programmed with some truly amazing dance moves,
3:55
50 Years Later, We're Debunking the Moon Landing "Hoax"
How do we prove to people the moon landing was real? By answering their doubtful questions in this video.
Superwood: A New Material That Could Replace Steel
After decades of relying on steel—a material that produces nearly two tons of CO2 for every ton manufactured—builders may soon have access to something far more sustainable and surprisingly stronger: Superwood.
2:17:01
Astronomy: What is Beyond the Edge of the Universe?
In this video, we explore what modern astronomy reveals about the universe’s boundaries—if they even exist.
9:09
Protective Measures: How Our Body Reacts to a Tattoo
In this video, we’ll explore the microscopic war raging beneath your skin, where millions of your cells make the ultimate sacrifice to lock that ink in place, turning a defense mechanism into lifelong art.
18:14
Are These Vintage Kitchen Gadgets Any Good?
Will any of the vintage kitchen gadgets stand the test of time or outperform their contemporary alternatives?
This Research Shows How Fasting Can Slow Down Aging
A recent study has found that a molecule produced while fasting has an anti-aging effect on vascular system. Learn all about it here.
I Never Knew These Stunning Facts About Our Universe
If you thought you understood the universe, you'll be completely floored by this insane facts.
These 14 Forgotten Robots Promised So Much...
This collection showcases 14 cool vintage robots that were supposed to change everything.
This is How to Activate Your Brain's Ability to Learn
A recent study has shown that overlearning might improve performance in a particular task by altering the chemicals in the brain that "lock" in training.
Chronically Late? What Science Has to Say About You
There are 8 positive things that science says about late people that we all need to know.
18:21
Fascinating: How Do Cats TRULY See Humans?
Understanding a cat's world is the key to strengthening your bond. Let's decode your cat's mind!
4:52
4 Super Technologies That Started Off as Failed Inventions
Check out how some of the great technological inventions of our time actually started off as failed projects.
7 Air Pollution Solutions That Will Help Us Breathe Easy
Let's take a look at some global initiatives that have been launched to reduce air pollution levels.
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What's Directly Above And Below The Sun?
In this video, we explore the Sun's hidden poles, daring missions like Ulysses and Solar Orbiter, and the bold ideas scientists are weighing today.
Space Looks Breathtaking in These Amazing Photographs
There are some absolutely stunning photographs of space out there today, You won't believe how incredible it is!
Find Out How Some Elderly People Stay Sharp into Old Age
Some old people have better memories than people half their age. This could be the reason why...
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Fascinating: What is the Deepest Hole Humanity Has Dug?
This video explains how low humanity has dug down so far.
9 of the Greatest Unsolved Mysteries About the Universe!
The universe has been around for close to 14 billion years, but it still holds many mysteries that continue to perplex scientists. Here's 9 of them!
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China's Crazy Plan to Dig a Canal in the Middle of EUROPE
China is setting out a plan to dig a canal through the middle of Europe in the nearest future, but why?
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