Is there a polarisation of the microwave background

In summary, the polarisation of the microwave background refers to the patterns of electric and magnetic fields present in the cosmic microwave background radiation, which is measured using special instruments called polarimeters. This polarisation provides valuable information about the early universe and its conditions, and is not uniform, varying across the sky. It supports the Big Bang theory as it is predicted by the theory and has been observed by experiments, providing confirmation of the model's predictions and helping us understand the origins of the universe.
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and if so what is it's orientation
 
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trevor white said:
and if so what is it's orientation
there's dozens of papers on the www answering that Q

here is just one ...

http://arxiv.org/pdf/astro-ph/0209591v1.pdf

you can do some personal research and find others
Dave
 
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will do some research as you suggest, then ask the next follow up question. Sorry is a reason we will see ta
 
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Related to Is there a polarisation of the microwave background

1. What is the polarisation of the microwave background?

The polarisation of the microwave background refers to the patterns of electric and magnetic fields that are present in the cosmic microwave background radiation. This polarisation is a result of the early universe's expansion and the interactions between photons and matter.

2. How is the polarisation of the microwave background measured?

The polarisation of the microwave background is measured using special instruments, such as polarimeters, which can detect the direction and strength of the electric and magnetic fields in the radiation. These measurements are then used to map out the polarisation patterns in the cosmic microwave background.

3. What does the polarisation of the microwave background tell us about the early universe?

The polarisation of the microwave background provides valuable information about the conditions of the early universe, particularly during the period of cosmic inflation. It can help us understand the processes that led to the formation of the first galaxies and structures in the universe.

4. Is the polarisation of the microwave background uniform?

No, the polarisation of the microwave background is not uniform. It varies across the sky and can reveal important clues about the large-scale structure and evolution of the universe. Scientists are still studying and analyzing these variations to gain a better understanding of the universe's history.

5. How does the polarisation of the microwave background support the Big Bang theory?

The polarisation of the microwave background is one of the strongest pieces of evidence supporting the Big Bang theory. It is predicted by the theory and has been observed by various experiments, providing confirmation of the model's predictions and helping us understand the origins of the universe.

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