Science and Technology
2017
Space Technology India

The terms ‘Event Horizon’, ‘Singularity’, `String Theory’ and ‘Standard Model’ are sometimes seen in the news in the context of

A.Observation and understanding of the Universe
B.Study of the solar and the lunar eclipses
C.Placing satellites in the orbit of the Earth
D.Origin and evolution of living organisms on the Earth

Correct Answer: Option A

Event Horizon and Singularity are terms closely associated with Black Holes, which are crucial for understanding the Universe.

The Standard Model in physics is a theory that attempts to explain the fundamental forces and particles of the universe.

String Theory is a theoretical framework that attempts to unify all fundamental forces and particles in the universe using vibrating strings.

These concepts are primarily used in the context of observing and understanding the Universe.

Hence, option A is the correct answer.