Astr 204 November 27, 2001 

Geometry

Different curvature geometries

Curved space

Question 1:Different perceptions?

Question 2:Counting galaxies

Explanation

A better test!

Angular size and distance

Parallel lines

"Standard rod"

Question 3:Good idea?

COBE satellite: mapping the sky

Acoustic oscillations

An unusual standard rod

Growth of density contrast

Electron glue

Opposing forces

Temperature change in gases

A real standard rod!

No "Big Crunch"!

For further reading only (not on final): Wayne Hu's web page