Catastrophe - Episode 2 - Snowball Earth
In this episode of Catastrophe, Tony Robinson investigates Snowball Earth, the theory that the planet once froze almost entirely from pole to pole. It explores the evidence for a world encased in ice and how life could have endured such an extreme. Through science and vivid reconstruction it turns an ancient climate crisis into gripping viewing. It is a fascinating watch for anyone curious about the planet's deep and violent past. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.
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