Questioning the Big Bang Theory

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of the big bang theory and how it does not provide an explanation for what happened before the big bang or what caused it. The theory only describes the progression of the universe over time and does not make any claims about the creation of the universe.
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johncena
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I am having problem with understanding the concept of big bang theory. Actually I don't believe in the theory. How can we say that this universe was formed because of a big explosion? We can't answer the question what happened before that.
 
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To the best of my knowledge (which is hardly good but anyway), it doesn't say anything about what happened before happenings could happen. ie, it doesn't claim the universe was formed 'because' of a big explosion.
More like, the first moments of the universe (from what we can observe now) looked like an explosion, localized somewhere.
 
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To add to Jerbearrrrr's comment,

Dont think of the big bang as what 'created' the universe. The big bang theory describes how the universe has progressed over time. As we go back in time the theory states the universe gets smaller and more dense. The big bang theory makes absolutely no claim as to what 'created' the universe, what existed 'before' the bang, or what 'caused' the bang. There is no evidence for any of that, so there is no theory for it.
 

1. What is the Big Bang Theory?

The Big Bang Theory is a scientific explanation for the origin of the universe. It proposes that the universe began as a singularity, an infinitely dense and hot point, around 13.8 billion years ago. From this point, the universe expanded and cooled, leading to the formation of galaxies, stars, and eventually planets.

2. How is the Big Bang Theory supported by evidence?

The Big Bang Theory is supported by various lines of evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the abundance of light elements in the universe, and the observed expansion of the universe. Additionally, the theory is consistent with the laws of physics and has been validated by numerous experiments and observations.

3. Are there any alternative theories to the Big Bang?

Yes, there are alternative theories to the Big Bang, such as the Steady State Theory and the Oscillating Universe Theory. However, these theories have been largely disproven by scientific evidence and are not widely accepted by the scientific community.

4. What are the limitations of the Big Bang Theory?

One of the main limitations of the Big Bang Theory is that it cannot fully explain the origin of the singularity or what caused it to expand. Additionally, it does not account for the observed accelerated expansion of the universe, which has led to the development of the theory of inflation.

5. Is the Big Bang Theory just a belief or is it based on scientific evidence?

The Big Bang Theory is not a belief but a scientific theory that is supported by a wealth of evidence from various fields of study, including astronomy, physics, and cosmology. It is constantly being tested and refined through ongoing research and observations.

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