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The Fabric of the Cosmos: What Is Space?

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Acclaimed physicist Brian Greene reveals a mind-boggling reality beneath the surface of our everyday world. Series premieres November 2, 2011 at 9pm on PBS.

Aired: 11/01/11

Rating: TV-G

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