The inflationary theory of the Universe may explain why the background radiation is so isotropic.

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The inflationary theory suggests that the Universe underwent a rapid expansion in the early stages, which would have smoothed out any small irregularities and produced a very homogeneous distribution of matter and energy. This helps to explain the observed isotropy (i.e. uniformity) of the cosmic microwave background radiation.

The Inflationary Theory of the Universe May Explain Why the Background