The Age of the Universe

Genre: Television

Year Published: 1957

Creator: Philippe Lecorbeiller Bart J. Bok WGBH-TV Lowell Institute Cooperative Broadcasting Council

Format: 16mm

Description: Uses photographs and diagrams the explain the age of the universe. Discusses the age of the earth, compositions of the milky way, how stars are formed, and cosmic development. Points out the difference between mechanical and evolutionary changes in the universe. Explains the uncoiling spiral of a new galaxy, and speculates on the duration of our own solar system. Features Dr. Bart J.Bok, Professor of Astronomy, National University of Australia. (WGBH-TV) Kinescope.


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