The Cosmic Microwave Background Shows a Pattern of Sound Waves

question 88

Multiple Choice

The cosmic microwave background shows a pattern of sound waves initially generated by

• A) recombination.
• B) symmetry breaking.
• C) nucleosynthesis.
• D) inflation.

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Definitions:

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Organic Product

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