Chapter 1: Understanding the Universe

Let’s delve into the intriguing title, “The Origin of Everything.” But what do we mean by “everything”? The interpretation can vary among individuals, yet the most encompassing definition likely refers to our Universe. Thus, by exploring the origin of the Universe, we might also uncover the beginnings of everything else.

The Universe encompasses all of space, time, and its contents — which include planets, stars, galaxies, and more, existing as either mass or energy. It comprises billions of galaxies, each containing billions of stars and their respective solar systems, further populated by numerous planets and their moons.

Our Earth is one of the eight planets in our solar system (sorry Pluto, you’ve been reclassified), which resides within the Milky Way Galaxy, all part of the larger Universe. Consequently, our home is just a tiny fragment of the vastness of the Universe, a topic we will revisit in subsequent chapters.

The quest to understand the Universe's origin has captivated humanity throughout history, leading to various theories, speculations, and imaginative narratives. Whether through scientific inquiry, philosophical debate, or religious perspectives, people have developed numerous arguments about this profound subject over the ages. For much of our history, the prevailing belief was that the Universe existed infinitely, eternally surrounding everything from the start. However, this idea lacked definitive theories and remained largely speculative.

Then came a pivotal discovery that transformed our comprehension of the Universe and its beginnings.

In 1931, astronomer Edwin Hubble revealed that galaxies are not only receding from us but that those farther away are moving at a greater speed than those nearby. This observation suggested that the Universe is expanding from a singular point, which eventually led to the conception of the Big Bang theory. This theory posited that all the Universe's energy and matter originated from a minuscule, infinitely hot condensed mass, which exploded, causing expansion in all directions.

However, it wasn't until a fortunate discovery that the Big Bang theory gained widespread acceptance. Two scientists at Bell Labs in New Jersey stumbled upon unexpected radiation while developing a radio receiver. This radiation, known as Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB), was being sought by another group of researchers who, upon hearing about the Bell Labs findings, confirmed its existence.

But what exactly is this CMB, and how does it support the Big Bang theory?

The Big Bang theory asserts that the early Universe was extremely hot, and as it expanded, the gas cooled. If the Big Bang indeed occurred, there should be residual heat, known as CMB, remaining from the explosion. The discovery of CMB thus provided crucial evidence for the Big Bang theory.

The dispersal of mass and energy following the Big Bang led to the formation of atoms, the fundamental building blocks of matter, which combined to create molecules. These atoms and molecules ultimately formed everything we see today — including our planet Earth and ourselves.

Now that we have a foundational understanding of the Universe's origins, we will next explore how our solar system and, more specifically, Earth came to be.

The first video, "Welcome To Origin of Everything!" offers an engaging introduction to the concept of the Universe's beginnings, setting the stage for deeper exploration.

Chapter 2: The Formation of Earth

The second video, "Season Two, Coming Soon! - Origin of Everything," hints at upcoming revelations about Earth’s formation, building anticipation for what’s next.