The Deuterium in Distant Quasars and in the Interstellar Medium

question 59

True/False

The deuterium in distant quasars and in the interstellar medium suggests that the universe is open.

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Definitions:

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis that there is no significant difference or relationship between specified populations, which serves as a default position until evidence indicates otherwise.

P-Value

Given that the null hypothesis is presumed correct, it's the likelihood of experiencing test findings that are as extreme or more extreme than actually observed ones.

Test Statistic

A calculated value from sample data, used to decide whether to reject the null hypothesis in the context of a hypothesis test.

Null Hypothesis

In statistical testing, a hypothesis that assumes there is no significant difference or effect, serving as the default assumption to test against.