Big bang theory
a theory that deduces a cataclysmic birth of the universe (big bang) from the observed expansion of the universe, cosmic background radiation, abundance of the elements, and the laws of physics.
Contemporary Examples
Tucker on Why ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Is Better Than Ever Ken Tucker May 15, 2013
Three Top Lessons From ‘30 Rock’ Scholars Rachel Krantz January 29, 2013
In Defense of ‘Arrested Development’ Justin Green May 27, 2013
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Tucker on Why ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Is Better Than Ever Ken Tucker May 15, 2013
How Liberty University Creates Creationists Karl W. Giberson March 1, 2014
10 GOP Rebranding Roadblocks Ben Jacobs January 29, 2014
Is Life Without CBS Really So Bad for Time Warner Customers? Marlow Stern August 7, 2013
It’s OK to Like ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Kevin Fallon September 22, 2014
Note: Scientists have recently found that the expansion of the universe is actually speeding up. This effect is attributed to the presence of dark energy.
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