Cosmogenesis

/ˌkɒzməˈdʒɛnəsɪs/ noun

Definition

The origin and development of the cosmos or universe; the process by which the universe came into existence and formed.

Etymology

From cosmo- (Greek kosmos) plus genesis (Greek genesis 'origin, creation'). A philosophical and scientific term used to describe the formation of the universe.

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Scientists use 'cosmogenesis' to describe everything from the Big Bang to how galaxies and stars formed—it's the ultimate origin story!

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