Definition of steady state theory
: a theory in astronomy: the universe has always existed and has always been expanding with hydrogen being created continuously — compare big bang theory
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“Steady state theory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steady%20state%20theory. Accessed 23 Jun. 2021.
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The first known use of steady state theory was in 1948
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