Did You Know?
Who coined the term Big Bang?
Fred Hoyle
English astronomer and mathematician Sir Fred Hoyle FRS (24 June 1915 20 August 2001) and noted primarily for his contribution to the theory of stellar nucleosynthesis was a strong critic of the Big Bang. He is responsible for coining the term "Big Bang" on BBC radio's Third Programme broadcast at 1830 GMT on 28 March 1949. It is popularly reported that Hoyle intended this to be pejorative, but the script from which he read aloud shows that he intended the expression to help his listeners.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel.
Comments