The Universe S09E03 - Apocalyptic Visions

Episode Overview

Title: End Times Reimagined Plot: From fiery infernos to perpetual ice ages and seismic upheavals, ancient cultures like the Vikings and Aztecs envisioned various doomsday scenarios. But what does contemporary science predict might be the most plausible outcome? Cosmic events—such as our sun's aging, the universe's expansion, and other disastrous occurrences—could lead to the apocalyptic fate once feared by our ancestors. Which of these ancient forecasts do scientists think accurately predicts our demise? And just how imminent is the threat of the world's end?

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