Entity: BIG-BANG-THEORY
The Big Bang Theory is a scientific explanation for the origins and evolution of the universe, proposing that it began approximately 13.7 billion years ago from a dense and hot state known as a singularity.
BIG BANG THEORY
Etymology
English astronomer Fred Hoyle is credited with coining the term 'Big Bang' during a talk for a March 1949 BBC Radio broadcast.
Definition
The Big Bang Theory is a scientific explanation for the origins and evolution of the observable universe, proposing that it began approximately 13.7 billion years ago from an extremely dense and hot state, referred to as a singularity.
Historical Context
The Big Bang Theory gained popularity in the 1970s, despite being proposed earlier. It contrasts with the steady-state cosmological model favored by some scientists like Fred Hoyle.
Cultural Significance
The Big Bang Theory has become a cornerstone in modern astrophysics and cosmology, shaping our understanding of the universe's history and structure.
Related Concepts
- Steady-State Theory
- Singularity
- Red Shift
See Also
A widely accepted scientific theory in astronomy that suggests the universe originated billions of years ago in a rapid expansion from a single point of nearly infinite energy density.