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Q1Consider the following statements about the Big Bang Theory: The Big Bang theory suggests that the Universe originated from an infinitely dense point. Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation provides strong evidence for the Big Bang. Edwin Hubble’s discovery of redshift supports the idea of an expanding universe. Which of the statements given above are correct?MediumSolve →Q2Which of the following phenomena is responsible for the redshift of light from distant galaxies?MediumSolve →Q3Consider the following pairs: Object Description 1. Quasar Bright, active galactic nuclei 2. Pulsar Rotating neutron star 3. Nebula Black hole remnant Which of the pairs are correctly matched?MediumSolve →Q4Which galaxy is the closest spiral galaxy to the Milky Way?MediumSolve →Q5Which one of the following is known as the “Pillars of Creation”?MediumSolve →Q6Consider the following about black holes: 1. A black hole’s escape velocity exceeds the speed of light. 2. The Schwarzschild radius defines the event horizon of a non-rotating black hole. 3. Hawking radiation suggests black holes can lose mass over time. Which are correct?MediumSolve →Q7Which constellation is known as the Hunter?MediumSolve →Q8Arrange the following stages in the life cycle of a massive star in sequence: Main sequence star Red supergiant Supernova Neutron star/Black holeMediumSolve →Q9Which of the following is NOT a spiral galaxy?MediumSolve →Q10Which star is the closest to Earth after the Sun?MediumSolve →
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