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Radius of Observable Universe, Scale of the Universe, Cosmology and Astronomy Instructional VideoRadius of Observable Universe, Scale of the Universe, Cosmology and Astronomy Instructional Video
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Khan Academy
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9th - 12th
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Science
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Media Length
16:39
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Duration
30 mins
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2010
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Radius of Observable Universe, Scale of the Universe, Cosmology and Astronomy

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The concept of the universe can be incredibly complex on both physical and mathematical levels. Yet Salman Khan can explain concepts that lead to conclusions about the universe's size. He uses intriguing diagrams and presents information that should keep viewers interested.

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the speed of light, light, light years, the big bang theory

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big bang, speed of light, universe size, expansion of the universe, light year, science

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