Prior to 10^-36 seconds, the Universe existed as one unified force.

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This is the concept of the Big Bang theory, which proposes that the Universe began as a single point of infinite density and temperature, known as a singularity, before expanding rapidly and cooling down. This rapid expansion is thought to have occurred around 13.8 billion years ago, with the first 10^-36 seconds of the Universe's existence often referred to as the Planck era. During this time, the four fundamental forces (gravity, electromagnetism, the strong nuclear force, and the weak nuclear force) are thought to have been unified into one force.

Prior to 10-36 Seconds, the Universe Existed as One Unified

Prior to 10^-36 Seconds, the Universe Existed as One Unified