Understanding the Misconceptions of Science

Myths of Orbital Motion

Special Interest Nov 23, 2023 31 min The Great Courses Signature Collection

Available on Prime Video, The Great Courses Signature Collection

S1 E6: In this episode, revisit some of the common misconceptions we have about how the universe works, with a focus on our solar system. Two myths you’ll bust: that the orbits of planets are all fixed ellipses and that astronauts on the International Space Station live in zero gravity.

Special Interest Nov 23, 2023 31 min The Great Courses Signature Collection

TV-PG

Information

Released: 2023
Run Time: 31 min
Rated: TV-PG

Languages

Original Audio: English
Audio: English (AAC), English (United States)
Subtitles: English (CC)

Accessibility

: Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.