Wide Angle: Wonders of the Solar System
On Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, the much-anticipated "Wonders of the Solar System" will premier on the Science Channel.
Presenter and physicist Prof. Brian Cox will show you the hidden mysteries of our interplanetary neighborhood, as well as breathtaking sights of the planets, moons and the sun. Cox will also examine some of Earth's extreme environments to see how life has adapted, perhaps helping us understand whether life can exist elsewhere in our solar system.
Discovery News has assembled some of the best slide shows, articles and videos to provide background and context for this groundbreaking documentary series. Enjoy!-
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Tune In: 'Wonders of the Solar System' Schedule
"Wonders of the Solar System" with Prof. Brian Cox premiers on the Science Channel on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010. Be sure to make a note of the episode schedule!
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Review: Why Does E=mc^2? (And Why Should We Care?)
Einstein's equation describes an elegant and succinct view of our universe, a view that is captured excellently in Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw's new book.
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Incoming! The Sun Unleashes CME at Earth
Two solar observatories spot a complex magnetic eruption on the sun, now astronomers and skywatchers wait for the resulting coronal mass ejection to hit Earth.
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Sunrise Photograph of Angry Sunspot : Big Pic
The sunspot responsible for Sunday's flare and filament eruption can be clearly seen on Earth in this beautiful sunrise photograph. Now skywatchers await the arrival of the coronal mass ejection (CME) on Tuesday.
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Seeing the Sun in a New Light : First SDO Photographs
In April 2010, NASA's brand new mission to study the sun stunned the world with high definition images of our nearest star. Browse the Solar Dynamics Observatory's beautiful "first light" views.
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How Does the Sun Affect the Earth?
Two types of solar phenomena can affect the Earth in such a drastic manner: solar flares and coronal mass ejections. Scientists think that both types of events are caused by changes in the sun's magnetic field.
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Powers of the Sun
The first episode of "Wonders of the Solar System" premiers on Aug. 4. Prof Brian Cox will explore the the sun; from its interior to its power over life on Earth in "Empire of the Sun." Watch the preview to this awe-inspiring event.
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'Wonders of the Solar System' Video Preview
Want a sneak peek at Prof. Brian Cox's new documentary? Enjoy this selection of Science Channel clips.
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The Intricate Beauty of the Solar Corona : Big Pic
During a total solar eclipse in 2009, a group of Czech solar astronomers took a series of photographs of the event. The result is an incredibly detailed view of the inner structure of the solar corona.
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Moons of Jupiter
Wonders of the Solar System: Welcome to Jupiter, the solar system's biggest planet and host to more than 63 peculiar moons. Here are our 10 favorites.
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Moons of Saturn
Wonders of the Solar System: Welcome to Saturn, the solar system's ringed gas giant, home to 62 known moons. Prepare to fly by 12 of our favorite satellites.
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Top 5 Reasons Europa Rocks
Mysteries abound on a bizarre moon orbiting Jupiter. James Williams counts down 5 reasons we're big fans of icy Europa.
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Titan Swallows Tethys : Big Pic
For 18 minutes in November, 2009, two of Saturn's moons put on a rare show for the Cassini Equinox mission.
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Demolition Derby is Never-Ending in Saturn's Rings
A billion miles away, there's a never-ending demolition derby taking place among myriad flying boulders that have been bumping and grinding inside Saturn's magnificent rings since the early days of the solar system.
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Evidence of Liquid Water on Saturn's Moon Enceladus
Saturn's moon Enceladus contains a large body of water under its surface, new research has confirmed. This has led scientists to speculate that the icy moon may even have conditions suitable for life.
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Jupiter Forecast: Cloudy, with Helium Rain
Scientists believe helium is condensing like a mist in the upper layers of the gas giant planet.
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Europa, Jupiter's Moon, Could Support Complex Life
Europa may have enough oxygen to sustain up to 6.6 billion pounds of complex, animal-like organisms, according to a new study.
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Titan: Oasis For Life As We Don't Know It?
NASA's Cassini orbiter has revealed unusual chemical activity on Saturn's giant moon Titan. It's plausible, but far from definitive, that a primitive exotic form of life on Titan's frigid surface could be causing the strange results.
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