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The Universe S2E5 — Alien Moons

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The Universe•Season 2•Episode 5

Alien Moons

7.8/10 · 110 votesJan 8, 200845 min

Ranked #3 of 18 in Season 2•+0.2 vs season avg

Travel from the inner solar system to the Kuiper Belt and explore the moons surrounding the planets of the solar system. Many of these moons that were once unknown are now on the cutting edge of astronomical study.

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Episode Summary

"Alien Moons" is episode 5 of The Universe season 2. It scored 7.8/10 from 110 votes, ranking #3 of 18 episodes this season (season average 7.6). It aired on January 8, 2008.

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