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from Reuben Enrique

October 27, 2017

from YouTube Website

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Adapted from a provocative book by Brian Greene, this deeply engrossing documentary - which originally aired on PBS�s NOVA in three parts - attempts to explain the controversial string theory, a complicated scientific proposal that, in short, posits a single explanation for many of the universe�s mysteries.

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As affable an egghead as you�re likely to find, Greene engages an array of physicists in his examination of string theory, which in part blends Einstein�s theory of relativity with the complex laws governing quantum mechanics.

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Although mind-numbing technical terms are kept to a minimum, those of us not conversant with advanced physics might feel a bit lost at times.

Still, the subject is undeniably fascinating, and some of the conclusions are nothing short of mind-blowing: a reasoned, professional discussion of a universe encompassing 11 separate dimensions certainly calls Johnny Carson�s �I did not know that� to mind.

In some ways reminiscent of Carl Sagan�s Cosmos series, The Elegant Universe is even tougher to get a handle on. But the effort will prove rewarding, especially when you�re looking for a way to melt the ice at cocktail parties.

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• Part 1 - Einstein's Universe

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• Part 2 - Strings the Thing

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• Part 3 - Welcome to The 11^th Dimension

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