Understanding Cosmic Acceleration Concepts

Understanding Cosmic Acceleration Concepts

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Physics, Science

10th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The transcript discusses the discovery of cosmic acceleration by Adam Riess and the initial skepticism faced by the scientific community. The speaker describes the challenges in accepting the data, the importance of publishing accurate findings, and the eventual acceptance of the concept of an accelerating universe driven by dark energy. The narrative highlights the emotional journey from doubt to acceptance and the role of young scientists in embracing new data.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Adam Reese's initial surprising finding about the universe?

The universe is speeding up.

The universe is slowing down.

The universe is shrinking.

The universe has a constant speed.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction to the idea of cosmic acceleration?

Excitement and joy

Skepticism and disbelief

Immediate acceptance

Indifference

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was it challenging to accept the idea of an accelerating universe?

It was not supported by any data.

It contradicted existing theories.

It was too simple to understand.

It was already proven wrong.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is crucial for an observational astronomer when reporting findings?

Ignoring statistical data

Making bold predictions

Ensuring accuracy and reliability

Being the first to publish

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the emotional state of the researchers during the early months of 1998?

Upset and worried

Joyful and carefree

Confident and relaxed

Indifferent and detached

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the researchers eventually feel about the data supporting cosmic acceleration?

They remained skeptical.

They ignored it completely.

They were indifferent.

They accepted and embraced it.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the younger team members play in the acceptance of the new data?

They ignored the data.

They encouraged looking at the data objectively.

They dismissed the findings.

They were indifferent to the results.

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