Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Stars and the Universe

Stars and the Universe — practice question

(a(i).1)[1]

In space physics, what quantity does the symbol $H_0$ denote?

(a(i).2)[1]

Write down the equation that gives $H_0$ in terms of the speed at which a distant galaxy is receding from Earth and its distance from Earth.

(a(ii))[1]

State the unit used for $H_0$.

(a(iii))[2]

Use this value of $H_0$ to estimate the age of the Universe in seconds.

(b)[2]

State when cosmic microwave background radiation (CMBR) was formed and where we detect it coming from.

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