How Big Is the Universe?

How Big Is the Universe?

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Physics, Science

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the vastness of the universe, emphasizing our limited understanding of its size due to the time it takes for light to travel. It explains how the observable universe is defined by the light that has reached us since the Big Bang, and how the universe's expansion affects our perception of its size. The video also touches on the concept of the universe being potentially infinite and the idea of multiple universes. Despite our advancements, much of the universe remains beyond our reach due to its rapid expansion.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of light taking time to reach us when observing distant stars?

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Explain the concept of the observable universe and its limitations.

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What do cosmologists believe about the size of the universe beyond the observable universe?

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How does the expansion of the universe affect our observation of distant light sources?

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What are some theories about the nature of the universe that remain unknown?

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