Where did the universe come from -- and where is it going? Some people find answers to such questions in scientific theories, while others look to religion for answers. In this hour of Science Friday, we'll talk about whether there can be common ground between science and religion in the study of the physical sciences, including physics and astronomy.

Plus, the scientists operating the robotic Mars rovers say they've made a startling discovery -- a large, iron-heavy meteorite resting on the surface of the red planet. We'll find out more.

Call in with your questions and comments at 1-800-989-8255 (2-3 Eastern). Teachers, find more information about using Science Friday as a classroom resource in the Kids' Connection.

Guests:
Joy Crisp
Project Scientist, Mars Exploration Rover Mission
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Pasadena, California

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John Haught
Professor, Theology
Director, Georgetown Center for the Study of Science & Religion
Georgetown University
Washington, DC

Holmes Rolston III
University Distinguished Professor, Department of Philosophy
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado

Varadaraja V. Raman
Professor Emeritus, Physics and Humanities
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, New York

Steven Weinberg
Professor, Department of Physics
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas

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This segment produced by Abby Leonard and Karin Vergoth