The History of Earth's Moon: How a Disaster Created Life & the Moon
This documentary tells the dramatic story of how a colossal ancient collision gave birth to the Moon and helped make life on Earth possible. Part of a series on natural disasters across deep time, it reframes catastrophe as a force that shaped our very existence. Through science and striking visuals, it reveals the violent origins of our closest cosmic companion. Awe-inspiring and clear, it offers a fresh perspective on the Moon and ourselves. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.
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