Forces of Nature

Motion

The forces of nature have kept Earth on the move since it was formed billions of years ago. Though we can’t feel the motion, we experience the consequences, from tidal bores surging through the Amazon rainforest to the ruinous power of hurricanes.

The Pororoca Wave

2m 41s

Surfer Serginho Laus rides the Prororoca Wave, a tidal wave on the Amazon River in Brazil.

Previews + Extras

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    Dung Beetles on a Spinning Planet

    S1 E4 - 3m 28s

    The rotation of our planet affects the lives of the creatures that inhabit it, including the humble dung beetle. Dung beetles have learned to navigate and orient themselves using the motion of the sun, moon and stars.

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    Episode 4 Preview | Motion

    S1 E4 - 30s

    Learn how we experience the consequences of natural forces that keep Earth on the move. FORCES OF NATURE "Motion" premieres Wednesday, October 5 at 8/7c.

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