Earth: The Power of the Planet

In each episode, geologist Dr. Iain Stewart explains the effects and importance of a specific force of nature, such as wind or volcanism. He also examines the various ways in which it shapes planet earth itself and influences life on it, often in conjunction with other natural forces, and sometimes with lifeforms, as in the 'apocalyptically' grave case of global warming.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

Earth: The Power of the Planet

First Air Date

November 20, 2007

Last Air Date

December 18, 2007

Seasons

1

Episodes

5

Language

English

Production Companies

BBC

Networks

BBC Two

Rare Earth
S01E05

Rare Earth

Iain looks at the big picture of Earth's place in space. It's taken four and a half billions years and several great catastrophes to turn it from a barren rock to the unique planet we know today.

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