Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

what is the name of the mission which takes precise measurements of the diffuse radiation between 1 micrometer and 1 cm over the whole celestial sphere

  1. COBE

  2. Explorer 66

  3. Verizon

  4. 20322
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Explanation

The Cosmic Background Explorer (COBE), also referred to as Explorer 66, was a satellite mission designed to measure the diffuse radiation of the universe. It provided evidence for the Big Bang theory. The question allows multiple correct IDs (COBE and Explorer 66).

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