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First, we have a problem in physics that physicists have been trying to resolve of why our universe looks nothing like our best theories predict that it should look like? The "natural" quantum expectation derives a vacuum energy density that is about 120 orders of magnitude greater than we observe, so there appears to be a suppression mechanism at work now that constrains the vacuum energy density by at least 120 orders of magnitude. The ratio between the expected density and what's actually observed is often called the cosmological constant problem. It has perplexed physicists for at least 50 years, and has been called the single biggest failure of (string) physicists in the last 30 years.

The observed universe is near-perfectly balanced between diametrically opposing runaway tendencies that would send it racing rapidly toward dramatic extremes, were it not for an unexplained suppression mechanism that somehow constrains it to this unexpected configuration.

This is known as the "Goldilocks Enigma", because the mechanism that produces our balanced universe is also a critical feature of our own local ecobalances. This commonality indicates that there is a direct connection between the mechanism that defines the structure of the universe, and our existence, in other words, and that commonality most naturally indicates that there may be a bio-oriented cosmological principle in effect that requires carbon based life to appear over a specifically defined region and time in the history of the observed universe.

The physics is not limited to Earth, but extends to include every planet in every galaxy that exists on the same space-time "slice" as the Earth, where all of the relevant balances that enable carbon based life are in play. Falsifiable prediction about where life will and will not be found elsewhere in the observed universe can be made from this.

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What theory is thought to explain the beginning of the universe?

The Big Bang theory is the prevailing explanation for the beginning of the universe. It posits that the universe began as a singularity around 13.8 billion years ago and has been expanding ever since. This theory is supported by evidence such as the cosmic microwave background radiation and the observed redshift of galaxies.


Who discovered the anthropic?

anthropic principleThe anthropic principle is the philosophical argument apparently first stated by Brandon Carter, and popularized by Nick Bostrom.There are a variety of forms -- the weak anthropic principle, the strong anthropic principle, the final anthropic principle, etc.It may have implications for fundamental physics and cosmology.anthropic robotMany people have developed anthropic robots, also called androids.While artificial devices in more or less the shape of humans have stirred the imagination for centuries, perhaps the first bipedal walking robot was the 1995 Wabian from Waseda University.


A theory that the universe began in a giant explosion?

This theory is known as the Big Bang theory, which suggests that the universe started from a very high-energy and dense state and has been expanding ever since. The Big Bang is supported by various lines of evidence, such as the cosmic microwave background radiation and the abundance of light elements in the universe.


What else supports the big bang theory besides the red shift?

Other evidence supporting the Big Bang theory includes the cosmic microwave background radiation, the abundance of light elements in the universe, and the large-scale structure and distribution of galaxies in the universe. Additionally, observations of the universe's expansion and the Hubble law provide further support for the Big Bang theory.


Problems in the Pulsating Universe Theory?

Some potential problems with the Pulsating Universe Theory include lack of observational evidence, difficulty in reconciling with current understanding of cosmology, and challenges in providing a mechanism for the pulsations. The theory also faces criticisms regarding energy conservation and the feasibility of a cyclic universe model.

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What year was the anthropic universe theory invented?

The theory was announced in 1973, by Brandon Carter.


How do you make a sentence using the word anthropic?

Part of the 'anthropic universe' theory surmises that stars only shine because there is a human eye to witness it's light.


What is the anthropic universe theory?

Loosely, if we take a look at gas molecules behavior we can deduct they move towards anthropy - a state with less order through time. In physics anthropic universe means that the universe is acting like these gas molecules. so in the future we will always have more disorder than order on a universal scale.


What is the evidence of Kepler's universe theory?

because kepler was smart


What are the theory's about the universe?

Well I do now one theory about the universe. It's the big bang theory. The big bang theory is a theory about how the universe was created.Scientist think that a big explosion created the universe.Scientist found lots of evidence that the big bang theory was true.


What is an anthropic principle?

An anthropic principle is any of several similar explanations for the nature of the universe, which state that either the universe is as it is because otherwise we wouldn't be able to observe it, or that the presence of intelligent life constrains the universe to its current form.


What evidence supports the pulsating universe theory?

the pulsating universe theory is when the universe expands (the big bang) then contracts (the big crunch) and so on (it's pulsating). according to this theory right now the universe is expanding, but then it will contract


How does expanding universe provide evidence for big bang theory?

It is not so much that the universe is expanding, but rather the rationalization for its expansion that provides evidence to support the Big Bang Theory. The Big Bang supports interpreted observational evidence of the Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation (CMBR) barrier that there is an evolutionary expansion of the universe which promotes a finite age for the universe.


What is the evidence of Bigbang theory?

The main evidence for the Big Bang theory includes the discovery of the cosmic microwave background radiation, the abundance of light elements in the universe, and the redshift of galaxies indicating an expanding universe. These pieces of evidence support the idea that the universe originated from a hot and dense state around 13.8 billion years ago.


Which theory about the universes size best matches the experimental evidence found by astronomers and physicists?

The theory of an expanding universe, known as the Big Bang theory, best matches the experimental evidence found by astronomers and physicists. Evidence such as the cosmic microwave background radiation and the redshift of distant galaxies support the idea that the universe began as a singularity and has been expanding ever since.


The big bang theory of the formation and expansion of the universe is supported by?

Evidence. See related question.


What word supports the theory that the universe is expanding?

Theories explain evidence. There is considerable evidence our universe is expanding. The primary evidence is the red shift of the light from distant galaxies. The further a galaxy is from our local group, the more the light is shifted towards the infrared end of the spectrum. The theory of General Relativity also predicts our universe should be expanding.