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Story Behind the Science

Story Behind the Science: Story of Cosmic Microwave Background [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Article describing the history of the scientific research that led to the discovery of cosmic background radiation, which, according to the Big Bang Theory, is linked to the origin of the universe.
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Pbs Teachers:origins Back to the Beginning

For Students 9th - 10th
This hour long program by NOVA is split into six segments and examines a issues influencing scientists' current understanding of how the universe was formed. This includes The Big Bang and its lasting effects.