Oscillating-Universe Theory Flashcards
same goes with the other objectives
1
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what is oscillating universe?
A
states that the universe undergoes periods of expansion and contraction
2
Q
What is the objection of oscillating universe theory?
A
that entropy always increases within an isolated system, and never the reverse.
3
Q
who proposed fhe oscillating theory?
A
Alexander Friedmann or Richard Tolman.
4
Q
when was the oscillating theory proposed?
A
in 1922
5
Q
this was supported by the evidence?
A
the observed expansion of the universe, the detection of cosmic microwave radiation, and the predicted elemental abundance in the universe that aligns with the Big Bang nucleosynthesis.
6
Q
this theory was postulated by?
A
Albert Einstein in 1920’s and formally 1930’s
7
Q
other name of oscillating theory?
A
cyclic model
