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What is the current accepted model on the formation of the universe?
Who is attributed with the Big Bang Theory?
Georges Lemaitre
The Oscillating Theory proposes that the universe is contracting due to the pull of gravity.
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Which of the following theories states that the universe expands without changing its density?
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What hypothesis explains why all planets revolve in the same direction?
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The ________ Hypothesis is the current working model for the formation of the Solar System.
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A majority of the angular momentum in the Solar System is held by the inner planets.
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Who proposed the Inflationary Universe model?
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Match the following theories with their features:
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What is the current accepted model for the formation of the universe?
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Who attributed the Big Bang Theory?
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The Oscillating Theory suggests that the universe expands and contracts over time.
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Which of the following forces is not one of the four fundamental forces formed after the Big Bang?
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The expansion of the universe from a small dense point is known as the ______ Theory.
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What hypothesis explains why all planets revolve in the same direction?
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The Nebular Hypothesis explains the Solar System's formation as a result of a rogue star's interaction.
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Which hypothesis is currently the working model for the formation of the Solar System?
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The theory proposing that matter was inserted into the universe to maintain constant density is called the ______ Theory.
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Study Notes
Theories on the Origin of the Universe
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Cosmology is the branch of astronomy focused on the universe's origin and development.
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Big Bang Theory
- Widely accepted model explaining the universe's formation from a singularity, an infinitely small, dense point.
- Universe has been expanding since this event.
- Four fundamental forces emerged:
- Gravity
- Electromagnetic Force
- Strong Nuclear Force
- Weak Nuclear Force
- Key figures include Georges Lemaitre (originator), Edwin Hubble (galactic redshifts), and Arno Penzias & Robert Wilson (cosmic microwave background radiation).
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Oscillating Theory
- Supported by Albert Einstein, relating to positive curvature in the universe's equations.
- Universe experiences cycles of expansion and contraction due to gravitational forces.
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Steady State Theory
- Proposed by Fred Hoyle, Thomas Gold, and Herman Bondi; suggests the universe expands while maintaining constant density.
- Matter is continually created to offset density changes.
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Inflationary Universe
- Formulated by Alan Guth, expanding rapidly in the early moments after the Big Bang.
- Introduces the idea of exponential growth during a brief initial period.
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Multiverse Theory
- Suggests our universe is just one of many; notably supported by Hugh Everett III and Bryce DeWitt.
- Implies a variety of "bubble" universes that have formed.
Theories on the Origin of the Solar System
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Encounter Hypothesis
- Early theory positing that a rogue star's close passage to the Sun resulted in materials being stripped away, forming planets.
- Explains uniform rotation direction of planets and density variations between inner (denser) and outer (less dense) planets.
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Nebular Hypothesis
- Proposes a solar system formation from a gas cloud undergoing self-gravitation and subsequent contraction.
- Forms a rotating disk where the sun forms at the center, with planets in orbit around it.
- Challenges include the disproportion between the Sun's mass and angular momentum held by outer planets.
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Protoplanet Hypothesis
- Currently accepted model for solar system formation; extends the nebular theory.
- Suggests a disrupted nebula formed protoplanets leading to the current configuration.
- Emphasizes the importance of observation and curiosity in understanding the universe.
Theories on the Origin of the Universe
-
Cosmology is the branch of astronomy focused on the universe's origin and development.
-
Big Bang Theory
- Widely accepted model explaining the universe's formation from a singularity, an infinitely small, dense point.
- Universe has been expanding since this event.
- Four fundamental forces emerged:
- Gravity
- Electromagnetic Force
- Strong Nuclear Force
- Weak Nuclear Force
- Key figures include Georges Lemaitre (originator), Edwin Hubble (galactic redshifts), and Arno Penzias & Robert Wilson (cosmic microwave background radiation).
-
Oscillating Theory
- Supported by Albert Einstein, relating to positive curvature in the universe's equations.
- Universe experiences cycles of expansion and contraction due to gravitational forces.
-
Steady State Theory
- Proposed by Fred Hoyle, Thomas Gold, and Herman Bondi; suggests the universe expands while maintaining constant density.
- Matter is continually created to offset density changes.
-
Inflationary Universe
- Formulated by Alan Guth, expanding rapidly in the early moments after the Big Bang.
- Introduces the idea of exponential growth during a brief initial period.
-
Multiverse Theory
- Suggests our universe is just one of many; notably supported by Hugh Everett III and Bryce DeWitt.
- Implies a variety of "bubble" universes that have formed.
Theories on the Origin of the Solar System
-
Encounter Hypothesis
- Early theory positing that a rogue star's close passage to the Sun resulted in materials being stripped away, forming planets.
- Explains uniform rotation direction of planets and density variations between inner (denser) and outer (less dense) planets.
-
Nebular Hypothesis
- Proposes a solar system formation from a gas cloud undergoing self-gravitation and subsequent contraction.
- Forms a rotating disk where the sun forms at the center, with planets in orbit around it.
- Challenges include the disproportion between the Sun's mass and angular momentum held by outer planets.
-
Protoplanet Hypothesis
- Currently accepted model for solar system formation; extends the nebular theory.
- Suggests a disrupted nebula formed protoplanets leading to the current configuration.
- Emphasizes the importance of observation and curiosity in understanding the universe.
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Test your knowledge on the theories of the origin of the universe and the various subsystems of the Earth. This quiz will challenge your understanding of fundamental concepts in Earth and life science. Perfect for Mr. John Ginel Layag's class.
