How The Earth Works

2013•45m•10.0/10

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Biologist Liz Bonnin and geologist Martin Pepper set out on a global expedition to answer the most thought-provoking questions in earth science today. Throughout history, such geologic events as volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, tectonic plate motion, earthquakes, and asteroid impacts have continually reshaped Earth's surface, spreading chaos across the planet. By performing experiments, making observations in the field, and consulting expert scientists, the eight-part series works to uncover Earth's immeasurable capacity to create and destroy.

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Ended

First Aired

October 9, 2013

Last Aired

November 27, 2013

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Science

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Can Krakatoa Stop Time?

Air date: 2013-10-09

The hosts visit Asia to study a destructive volcano in the premiere of this series featuring the study of geological events.

Asteroid Armageddon

Air date: 2013-10-16

Investigating a giant asteroid that may have been responsible for killing off the dinosaurs. Also: a NASA super gun; an underground river in Mexico.

Will Iceland Poison the Skies?

Air date: 2013-10-23

Examining whether Iceland's volcanoes could cause global problems in the future.

Will Hawaii Sink L.A.?

Air date: 2013-10-30

Catastrophic geological events in Hawaii's history are examined.

Will Europe Burn in Hell?

Air date: 2013-11-06

Biologist Liz Bonnin and Geologist Martin Pepper investigate the world’s most dangerous volcano Mount Vesuvius only to discover that the three million people of Naples live in the shadow of another, much more deadly super volcano, called Campi Flegrei.