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Mysteries of Redshift: Unlocking the Secrets of the Expanding Universe

Offered By: Centrum Fizyki Teoretycznej PAN via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating phenomenon of redshift and its profound impact on our understanding of the cosmos in this 29-minute talk. Delve into the fundamental principles behind redshift, including cosmological redshift caused by the expansion of space itself. Discover how scientists use redshift to determine the age, distance, and composition of celestial objects, constructing a cosmic timeline. Learn about redshift's crucial role in supporting the Big Bang theory and its implications for dark matter and dark energy. Examine diverse applications of redshift in cosmology, such as measuring cosmic expansion rates, mapping large-scale universe structures, and detecting cosmic microwave background radiation. Gain insights into the universe's past and potential future evolution through the lens of redshift measurements, showcasing the remarkable power of human curiosity in unraveling the mysteries of our expanding universe.

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A. John William Mini Latha — Mysteries of Redshift: Unlocking the Secrets of the Expanding Universe


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Centrum Fizyki Teoretycznej PAN

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