cosmic gravitational-wave background
The 'cosmic gravitational-wave background' refers to a continuous hum of gravitational waves filling the universe, created by various cosmic events over time.
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Definition
C2Astrophysics
(technical, academic)A pervasive, low-frequency hum of gravitational waves resulting from the cumulative effects of numerous cosmic events like black hole mergers and neutron star collisions.
Example
- Researchers are working to detect the cosmic gravitational-wave background to better understand the universe's history.
- The cosmic gravitational-wave background provides insights into the behavior of massive objects like supermassive black holes.
C2Cosmology
(technical, academic)A diffuse background of gravitational radiation originating from various astrophysical and cosmological sources throughout the universe's history.
Example
- The study of the cosmic gravitational-wave background helps cosmologists learn about the early universe.
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