Is the Actual Size of the Universe Larger Than 14

question 55

Multiple Choice

Is the actual size of the universe larger than 14 billion light years?

• A)The observable universe is 14 billion light years in each direction,so the actual universe is greater than 14 billion light years across.
• B)We do not have enough information to know this.
• C)The universe must be exactly equal in size to its age,so it must not be larger than 14 billion light years across in size.
• D)It is only 14 billion light years across to us;to an observer 10 billion light years away,it is smaller.

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Definitions:

Molecular Chaperones

Proteins that assist in the proper folding of other proteins within the cell, preventing misfolding and promoting cellular health.

Folding

The process by which a protein structure assumes its functional shape or conformation through interactions among its amino acids.

Protein Molecules

Large, complex molecules made of amino acids that perform a vast array of functions in the body, including catalyzing metabolic reactions and supporting cell structure.

Magnifying Capacity

The ability of an optical instrument, such as a microscope or telescope, to make an object appear larger or closer than it actually is.