Big Bang

The theory describes an expanding universe from a hot dense early state. This topic is part of Astronomy within Science & Nature. This page currently draws on 4 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.

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Big Bang trivia questions

The Big Bang theory describes the early development of what?

Answer: Universe

Bonus fact: The theory describes an expanding universe from a hot dense early state.

What observation by Edwin Hubble supported an expanding universe?

Answer: Distant galaxies are generally redshifted

Bonus fact: Galaxy recession speed tends to increase with distance.

What faint radiation left from the early universe is a major piece of Big Bang evidence?

Answer: Cosmic microwave background

Bonus fact: The cosmic microwave background was discovered in 1965.

Who played Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory?

Answer: Jim Parsons

Bonus fact: Johnny Galecki played Sheldon's physicist roommate Leonard Hofstadter.

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