July 8: 'Birth of Planet Earth' and 'Dynamic Earth' at the UAA Planetarium
by UAA Planetarium and Visualization Theater |
Birth of Planet Earth
Friday, July 8, 6:30 p.m.
UAA Planetarium
"Birth of Planet Earth" tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins.
Scientists now believe that our galaxy is filled with solar systems, including up to a billion planets roughly the size of our own. The film employs advanced, data-driven, cinematic-quality visualizations to explore some of the greatest questions in science today: How did Earth become a living planet in the wake of our solar system’s violent birth? What does its history tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly Earth-like?
Dynamic Earth
Friday, July 8, 8 p.m.
UAA Planetarium
"Dynamic Earth" is an immersive fulldome program that explores the inner workings of Earth's climate engine. With visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations, this cutting-edge production follows a trail of energy that flows from the Sun into the interlocking systems that shape our climate: the atmosphere, oceans and the biosphere. Audiences will ride along on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of a monster hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and gigantic whales, and fly into roiling volcanoes. Brought to you by the creators of "Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity."
For more information, including how to become a UAA Planetarium member, please visit uaa.alaska.edu/planetarium.
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