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The Big Bang Theory: The Role of Technology and Instrumentation
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Which telescope was used to make the first direct observations of the cosmic microwave background radiation, a remnant of the Big Bang?
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Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe
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The Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP) was launched in 2001 and made detailed observations of the cosmic microwave background radiation, providing valuable insights into the early universe.