Continuous Creation Theory (Noun)
Meaning
(cosmology) the theory that the universe maintains a constant average density with matter created to fill the void left by galaxies that are receding from each other; "the steady state theory has been abandoned in favor of the big bang theory".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The continuous creation theory was initially proposed as an alternative to the Big Bang theory, but it has largely been discredited by modern observations.
- Continuous creation theory suggests that the universe has always existed in its current form, with new matter constantly being created to replace old matter.
- Astronomers have found that the continuous creation theory is unable to explain many of the observed features of the universe, such as the cosmic microwave background radiation.
- The continuous creation theory was popular in the mid-20th century, but it has since been largely abandoned in favor of the Big Bang theory.
- Despite its decline in popularity, the continuous creation theory remains an interesting footnote in the history of cosmological thought.