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Prelims 2012 · Science and Technology · Question 19

Which of the following is/are cited by the scientists as evidence/evidences for the continued expansion of universe?

  1. Detection of microwaves in space.
  2. Observation of redshift phenomenon in space.
  3. Movement of asteroids in space.
  4. Occurrence of supernova explosion in space.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

  1. 1 and 2
  2. 2 only
  3. 1, 3 and 4
  4. None of the above can be cited as evidence

Answer

1 and 2

1. Detection of microwaves in space — Correct. The cosmic microwave background radiation is a major observational evidence supporting the Big Bang model and the expanding universe.
2. Observation of redshift phenomenon in space — Correct. Redshift of distant galaxies shows they are moving away, which is direct evidence of expansion of the universe.
3. Movement of asteroids in space — Incorrect. Asteroid motion is governed by local gravitational dynamics within solar systems, not evidence for cosmic expansion.
4. Occurrence of supernova explosion in space — Incorrect. Supernovae are stellar events; while some distant Type Ia supernova observations helped study acceleration, the mere occurrence of supernova explosions is not itself cited as basic evidence of continued expansion.

Hence, statements 1 and 2 only are correct.

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