How Did the Early Plasma in the Universe Become Hot?

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The early universe was characterized by a hot plasma that emerged during the initial moments following the Big Bang. This plasma became hot due to rapid expansion and energy release, which are fundamental aspects of the Big Bang theory. The article linked in the discussion provides a detailed explanation of the processes that led to the heating of this primordial plasma.

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Just a question that's been bugging ,me, In the first seconds of the universe it is stated that a hot plasma was the seed of the universe, can some one please tell me how the plasma got hot in the fist instance. thanks.
 
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Thanks for asking this question. I hope the article answers your questions.

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