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The age of the universe is determined by CMBR, which is left over energy from the Big Bang Theory. CMBR stands for Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation.

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What is the definition of dental age?

Dental age is the state of dental maturation, and is determined up to the age of 18.


How the age of plant and animal fossils is determined?

The age of a plant or animal in a fossil is determined by radiocarbon dating. This means scientists measure the amount of a special type of carbon in the fossil, to determine the date.


How far can we see into the past?

The farthest we can see into the past is determined by the speed of light and the age of the universe. Light from distant galaxies takes time to reach us, so observing these galaxies allows us to see them as they were when the light left them. For example, light from the most distant observable galaxies can take over 13 billion years to reach Earth, which means we are seeing them as they were shortly after the Big Bang. Thus, in principle, we can observe events and objects as they were up to about 13.8 billion years ago, the estimated age of the universe.


Can age of Benjamin Franklin air rifle be determined using the guns serial number?

Yes


Have scientists found that the age of the universe is greater than the age of the oldest star?

The age of the universe is estimated to be around 15 billion years. An average star is estimated to last less than a third of that time. It would be very unlikely, Although it is impossible to know anything about the universe with any certainty. If the big bang theory is correct the quantum singularity was the start of time as we know it so there could not have been any energy or stars before then.

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How is the age of the galaxy determined?

The age of a galaxy is determined by studying the oldest stars within it using methods like measuring the radioactive decay of elements, analyzing the chemical composition of stars, and calculating the expansion rate of the universe. By combining these techniques, astronomers can estimate the age of galaxies in the universe.


Can the center of the universe be determined?

No


Who determined that the sun is the center of the universe?

Nicolaus Copernicus found that the sun is in center of the universe


What is the number 13.69by mean in astronomy?

In astronomy, the number 13.69 usually refers to the age of the universe in billions of years as determined by observations of the cosmic microwave background radiation and the expansion rate of the universe. It represents the estimated time that has passed since the Big Bang.


How many Earths can fit into the known universe?

The answer is not determinable both because scientists have not determined the exact volume of the universe and because the universe is always expanding.


When was the formation of the universe?

The Universe has an age estimated to be about 13.8 billion years.


What statement best describes the age of your solar system and the universe?

Our solar system is estimated to be around 4.6 billion years old, while the universe is believed to be around 13.8 billion years old. The age of our solar system is based on the formation of the sun and planets, while the age of the universe is determined through various methods such as cosmic microwave background radiation and the expansion of the universe.


How is a pig's age determined?

Breeding stocks ages are told by the tattoo given at birth; but for a market pig, most pigs age is determined by their weight. Breeding stocks ages are told by the tattoo given at birth; but for a market pig, most pigs age is determined by their weight.


If the universe was expanding with 0 acceleration what would the age of the universe be?

The universe simply cant expand at 0 acceleration.


What is another term for universe?

that portion of the universe that we can see in principle, given the finite age of the universe


What is the roundest object in the universe and how is its shape determined?

The roundest object in the universe is a silicon sphere created by scientists. Its shape is determined by using advanced technology to measure its roundness at the atomic level, ensuring it is as close to a perfect sphere as possible.


How can a rocks exact age be determined?

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