The formation of our Solar System | James May’s Things You Need to Know

James May explains how our solar system began as a solar nebula, a formation of clouds and dust.

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  • Clip length: 2'35''
  • Broadcast year: 2011
Curriculum Connection
  • Biology
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: James May's Things You Need to Know
  • Series: 1
  • Episode: ...about the Universe
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