Stargate: SG-1 - A Matter of Time

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"A Matter of Time" is an episode from Season 2 of Stargate SG-1, originally airing in 1998. The story revolves around SG-10, a team sent to explore a planet in a binary star system. Their mission takes a catastrophic turn when the companion star collapses into a black hole, trapping the team in a time dilation effect. As the black hole's gravity affects the planet, SG-10's time appears to slow down relative to Earth, making their escape through the Stargate impossible. The episode effectively illustrates the concepts of time dilation and gravitational forces near a black hole. The episode's plot thickens as the Stargate, which connects Earth to the planet, becomes stuck due to the black hole's gravity. This threatens Earth by gradually expanding the black hole's gravitational influence. General Hammond and his team must find a way to disengage the Stargate before it's too late. The episode explores complex physics concepts while maintaining an engaging narrative, highlighting the challenges faced by the characters as they navigate this extraordinary situation. The episode's blend of science and suspense makes it a compelling watch for fans of science fiction.