What Color Was the Big Bang?

What Color Was the Big Bang?

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Science, Physics

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the concept of color in the context of the Big Bang, starting with the emergence of photons and the challenges in determining the first color. It discusses the relationship between temperature and color, based on Planck's law, and the nuances of human vision. Despite the theoretical calculations, the video concludes that the universe was opaque at the time of the Big Bang, making it impossible to see any color. The video reflects on the beauty of the universe's colors over time.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe how human vision affects the perception of the color emitted by The Big Bang.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the estimated color of The Big Bang based on scientific calculations?

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Why would a time traveler not be able to see The Big Bang if they were present at that moment?

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