Origins of the Universe

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What is the Big Bang Theory?

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The Big Bang Theory is a scientific explanation that suggests the universe formed from a huge explosion that sent all existing matter flying outward from a single point.

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What evidence supports the Big Bang Theory?

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The expansion of the universe is a key piece of evidence that supports the Big Bang Theory.

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What do we observe about galaxies that supports the Big Bang Theory?

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All galaxies appear to be moving away from all other galaxies, indicating that the universe is expanding.

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What were the original two elements in the universe?

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The original two elements in the universe were Helium and Hydrogen.

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What is the significance of the universe's temperature being relatively the same in all locations?

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This uniform temperature supports the idea that the universe has expanded from a hot, dense state.

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What is the name of the scientific theory that explains how the universe was created?

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The Big Bang Theory.

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What does the term 'expansion of the universe' mean?

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It refers to the observation that galaxies are moving away from each other, indicating that the universe is growing larger over time.

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What is cosmic microwave background radiation?

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It is the afterglow radiation from the Big Bang, providing evidence of the universe's hot, dense beginnings.

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What is the role of gravity in the formation of the universe?

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Gravity helps to pull matter together, leading to the formation of stars, galaxies, and other structures in the universe.

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What is a light-year?

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A light-year is the distance that light travels in one year, used to measure vast distances in space.