The Universe (2007)
S06E05 Worst Days on Planet Earth
Episode Overview
At first glance, Earth appears to be the most welcoming planet in our solar system. However, a closer look uncovers shocking revelations about its tumultuous past, filled with more chaos and destruction than previously thought. Imagine standing on the primitive Earth as a colossal object crashes into it, or envision the entire planet encased in ice, resembling a massive snowball. Experience the intense heat of gigantic volcanoes that scorch the land and darken the skies. From a cosmic gamma ray burst damaging the ozone layer to an asteroid the size of Everest plunging into the ocean, we’ll explore how these cataclysmic events nearly pushed life to extinction. Given this relentless turmoil, how has our planet and its life forms evolved to the present day? Have we left the worst behind, or are we facing even greater threats ahead?
