The Planets: Saturn Preview
Preview: Season 46 Episode 15 | 27sVideo has Closed Captions
NASA's Cassini reveals the mysteries of Saturn's rings—and new hope for life on a moon.
NASA’s Cassini explores Saturn for 13 years, looping through its icy rings and flying by its moons. The probe captures stunning ring-moon interactions, but when it finds the ingredients for life on the moon Enceladus, a bittersweet decision is made.
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The Planets: Saturn Preview
Preview: Season 46 Episode 15 | 27sVideo has Closed Captions
NASA’s Cassini explores Saturn for 13 years, looping through its icy rings and flying by its moons. The probe captures stunning ring-moon interactions, but when it finds the ingredients for life on the moon Enceladus, a bittersweet decision is made.
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The Cassini Spacecraft's final moments
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Cassini plunges into Saturn, marking the end of its 13-year mission. (2m 16s)
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