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Black holes
The phenomenon of black holes explained. The gravitational pull of a black hole is such that it can even swallow light. Black holes are not gaps in the universe though, they are major players in the cosmos and may play a crucial role in existence itself.
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This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project
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The eclipses, spacecraft and astronauts changing our view of the Universe
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A pair of scientific sleuths answer your perplexing questions. Ask them anything!
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Explorations in the world of science.
