About this showing of How the Universe Works
New research suggests dead stars, known as white dwarfs, could be the key to understanding the universe. Experts investigate this mysterious phenomena.
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How the Universe Works
Curse Of The White Dwarf
This broadcast aired on Discovery .Science on Monday 17 August 2026, 10:00, ending at 11:00.
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ChannelDiscovery .Science
StartsMon 17 Aug 2026, 10:00
EndsMon 17 Aug 2026, 11:00
Episode / edition: Curse Of The White Dwarf
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