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What is the nature of cosmic microwave background radiation (CMBR)?

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What is the nature of cosmic microwave background radiation (CMBR)?.

  1. A.Visible light
  2. B.Microwave radiation
  3. C.Ultraviolet radiation
  4. D.Radio waves

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Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation

CMBR is detected uniformly across the universe and is characterized by a specific microwave frequency. It is considered a remnant of the Big Bang, providing insights into the early universe.

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