Theories of the Origin of the Universe
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Which theory suggests that the universe will expand, contract, and then expand again?

  • Nebular Theory
  • Encounter Theory
  • Big Bang Theory
  • Oscillating Universe Theory (correct)
  • Which theory proposes that the solar system originated from a cloud made up of dust and ionized particles?

  • Nebular Theory (correct)
  • Encounter Theory
  • Oscillating Universe Theory
  • Big Bang Theory
  • Which theory suggests that the universe started as a singularity with very high temperature and density?

  • Oscillating Universe Theory
  • Big Bang Theory (correct)
  • Nebular Theory
  • Encounter Theory
  • Which theory posits that planets formed from material ejected from the sun during an encounter with another celestial object?

    <p>Encounter Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory predicts a scenario similar to what is speculated to occur in black holes?

    <p>Big Bang Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of accretion in astronomical terms?

    <p>Gradual increase in the object's size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes homogeneous accretion from heterogeneous accretion?

    <p>Composition of the accreted materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stage follows the process of accretion during the formation of planets?

    <p>Condensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does Earth accrete to form a differentiated planet?

    <p>Condensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of accretion process leads to the formation of a differentiated planet?

    <p>Heterogeneous accretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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