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Birth of the Planets

Jun 12, 1963

American astronomers have just reported the discovery of a planet moving round a near star. It is now believed that similar planet families must be common in space. Patrick Moore discusses the latest theories about how planets come into being.

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Space '63

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Space Stations for Mars

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Venus Revealed

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Exploding Stars

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Science Fiction and Science Fact

Birth of the Planets

The Active Moon

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Moon Base

Measuring the Universe

Jupiter Disturbed

Star Myths

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Patrick Moore

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Episode Summary

"Birth of the Planets" is episode 6 of The Sky at Night season 7. It aired on June 12, 1963.

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