The Nature of the Big Bang

The Big Bang is often misunderstood; it is not described by a tiny dot exploding into empty space. Instead, it refers to a state 13.6 billion years ago when the universe was hot and dense, with no empty space. The common misconception of the Big Bang involves particles flying out from a singular point, while the scientific view describes a universe filled with hot, dense matter everywhere. This foundational understanding is crucial for discussing theoretical scenarios like reproducing the Big Bang.