Universe, The

Synopsis

Describes the modern concept of the universe. A brief account of observational methods, telescopes, rockets and satellites. Shows the accretion of galaxies, the formation of stars and planetary systems, and finally the appearance of life. A sequence on the evolution of stars illustrates red giants, white dwarfs, supernovae and a black hole.

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Film; Video; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 28 min. Videocassette. VHS. col. 28 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1977

Availability

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Uses

Overview for any degree course on astronomy e.g. physics of the stars.*

Subjects

Astronomy

Keywords

planets; stars; telescopes; universe

Credits

Director

Lester Novros

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Production Company

Name

USA

Sponsor

Name

NASA

Web

http://www.nasa.gov/ External site opens in new window

Notes

use for National Aeronautics & Space Administration

Distributor

Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Notes

NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution