The Big Bang Theory L1

Based on the redshift data of galaxies, most astronomers infer that the universe is currently

• Shrinking

• Moving randomly

• Expanding

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Cosmic microwave background radiation is evidence of

• The universe contracting.

• Evenly spaced galaxies throughout the universe.

• The formation of the universe from a very hot beginning.

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In which group are the parts listed in order from oldest to youngest?

• Universe, Milky Way, solar system

• Solar system, Milky Way, universe

• Milky Way, solar system, universe

Which color of light has the shortest wavelength?

• Red

• Green

• Blue

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Which color of visible light has the longest wavelength?

• Red

• Yellow

• Blue

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Hubble's Law says that as the distance of a galaxy increases from us, its speed

• Increases

• Decreases

• Stays the same

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Scientists infer that the Big Bang occurred approximately

• 4.6 billion years ago

• 9 billion years ago

• 13.8 billion years ago

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Which two elements make up the early and current universe?

• helium and lithium

• helium and hydrogen

• oxygen and hydrogen

Which of the following is NOT evidence of the Big Bang Theory?

• Abundance of Hydrogen and Helium

• CMBR everywhere

• Stars that are blue-shifted

• the universe is getting bigger

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Which of the following is NOT true about the Big Bang Theory?

• It is the scientific explanation of how life began on Earth and evolved over time.

• It is the scientific explanation for the origin of the universe.

• It states that the universe used to be much hotter and smaller.

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