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The Sky at Night•Season 53•Episode 4

Herschel in the Red

Apr 6, 2009

Patrick Moore discusses what Herschel, Europe's biggest and most expensive space satellite, will do once it begins its infrared exploration of the universe. Dr Chris Lintott gets a rare chance to see the Herschel mirror, which at 3.5 metres will be the biggest astronomical mirror ever

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Light Fantastic

The Merry Dancers

The Fountains of Enceladus

Herschel in the Red

Close Encounters

Neighbourhood Watch

Apollo 11: A Night to Remember

The Apollo Miracle

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Exploring Mars

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Patrick Moore

Patrick Moore

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Episode Summary

"Herschel in the Red" is episode 4 of The Sky at Night season 53. It aired on April 6, 2009.

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