WS01 - Big bang theory
Science, Year 10
- Science Report
Annotations
1. Clarifies that big bang theory explains the evolution of the universe rather than its origin.
2. Summarises key events of the evolution of the universe according to big bang theory, making references to time, size and condition of each stage.
3. Identifies steady state theory as the main opposing theory of the universe and gives historical context for the scientific debate that ensued.
4. Explains the meaning of red shift and constructs a logical argument based on analysis of evidence as to how red shift provides evidence in support of big bang theory.
5. Explains the meaning of cosmic microwave background radiation (CMBR).
6. Names scientists who predicted the existence of CMBR from theory as well as scientists who provided experimental evidence for it.
7. States that the discovery of CMBR has provided convincing evidence for big bang theory and against steady state theory.
8. Evaluates quality and amount of evidence and draws conclusion in favour of big bang theory.
9. Provides a list of references from trustworthy sources.