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The big bang theory is said to be the foundation of our universe as we know it today. In saying this, many astronomers still debate that this theory isn't perfect and our universe has more to tell us in regards to its origin. It's believed that the only conclusive evidence behind the big bang theory is that of cosmic background radiation. In 1948, Gamow ...

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