The Big Bang Theory and Cosmic Microwave Background

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Which theory describes how the universe expanded from an initial state of extremely high density and high temperature?

  • The Cosmic Microwave Background theory
  • The Abundance theory
  • The Big Bang theory (correct)
  • The Expansion theory

What is the remnant heat left over from the Big Bang called?

  • Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) radiation (correct)
  • Cosmic Background Radiation (CBR)
  • Cosmic Heat Remnant (CHR)
  • Cosmic Expansion Heat (CEH)

In which portion of the electromagnetic spectrum does the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) radiation primarily shine?

  • Infrared
  • Ultraviolet
  • Microwave (correct)
  • Visible

What is the temperature of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) radiation?

<p>2.725° above absolute zero (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon does the Big Bang theory offer a comprehensive explanation for?

<p>The abundance of light elements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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