Big Bang Theory

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What are the original two elements in our universe?

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Hydrogen and Helium

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What does the Big Bang Theory explain?

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How our universe began

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Why was hydrogen the first element formed after the Big Bang?

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It is the simplest element.

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What does a red shift in distant galaxies indicate?

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The universe is expanding.

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How is the 'Big Bang' best described?

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An expansion.

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What is the Big Bang Theory?

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A scientific explanation of the origin of the universe.

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What is cosmic background radiation?

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The afterglow radiation from the Big Bang.

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What is the significance of helium in the universe?

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It was one of the first elements formed and is essential for star formation.

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What does the term 'expansion of the universe' mean?

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The increase in distance between galaxies over time.

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What evidence supports the Big Bang Theory?

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Red shift of galaxies and cosmic background radiation.

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