Which statement below does NOT fit the model of the Big Bang and the subsequent changes in the universe?(2 points)

Responses

The galaxies are moving closer together as time progresses.
The galaxies are moving closer together as time progresses.

The universe is continuing to expand, even after the Big Bang.
The universe is continuing to expand, even after the Big Bang.

The universe was hotter previously than it is now.
The universe was hotter previously than it is now.

The universe was denser previously than it is now.

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The statement that does NOT fit the model of the Big Bang and the subsequent changes in the universe is:

The galaxies are moving closer together as time progresses.

This statement is incorrect because, according to the Big Bang theory and cosmological observations, the universe has been expanding since the Big Bang, and galaxies are generally moving away from each other, not closer together.

What the definition of dark energy?(1 point)
Responses

Energy characterized by black and dark gray colors
Energy characterized by black and dark gray colors

Energy that is only emitted by glowing nebulae.
Energy that is only emitted by glowing nebulae.

Energy that has a small effect on the universe
Energy that has a small effect on the universe

Energy that humans cannot observe directly

The correct definition of dark energy from the provided options is:

Energy that humans cannot observe directly.

Dark energy is a form of energy that is thought to permeate all of space and is responsible for the accelerated expansion of the universe, but it cannot be observed directly, as it does not emit or interact with electromagnetic radiation like light.