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Q. 4 of Quiz-1849 (Que-ID : 3994)

Big bang theory was proposed by

  • Georges Lemaitre
  • Hermann Bondi
  • Thomas Gold
  • Hoyle

Ans → (a)Georges Lemaitre

Explanation → Georges Lemaitre was a Belgian cosmologist, Catholic priest, and father of the Big Bang theory.

This question is taken from this post → General Awareness Quiz on Physical Geography - attemp/practice


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Name the branch of astronomy that involves the origin and evolution of the universe.

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Why does a star produce its own light and heat?

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Q. 4 of Quiz-1849 (Que-ID : 3994)

Big bang theory was proposed by

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  • Thomas Gold
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