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Listener Questions 53: Strong force, primordial atoms and infinities

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

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Debating Infinity and Finiteness in the Universe

This chapter explores the possibility of an infinite universe despite its finite age, contrasting the concept of infinite extent with the Big Bang starting from a finite point. It clarifies misconceptions about the Big Bang theory, emphasizing the universe's expansion from a compressed to a less compressed state. The discussion delves into the complexities of time, space, density, and the origins of the universe, contemplating the interplay of infinity and finiteness in cosmic evolution.

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