Can humanity survive on one of the seven earth-like Trappist-1 planets?

The Treasures of Trappist-1 PBS Space Time

Premiered March 01, 2017
The Treasures of Trappist-1

Last week, seven earth-like planets were discovered orbiting a Red Dwarf star 39 light years away. Each one could be capable of supporting life.

About the Program

PBS Space Time

PBS Space Time explores the outer reaches of space, the craziness of astrophysics, the possibilities of sci-fi, and anything else you can think of beyond Planet Earth. Host Matt O'Dowd breaks down both the basic and incredibly complex sides of space and time.

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