Question

based on the most widely accepted scientific explanation, elements began to form shortly after the big bang. which of the following elements is most likely to have formed during those early moments?
a. helium
b. carbon
c. oxygen
d. uranium

Explanation:

In the early moments after the Big - Bang, through a process called Big - Bang nucleosynthesis, light elements such as hydrogen, helium, and a small amount of lithium were formed. Heavier elements like carbon, oxygen, and uranium were formed later in the life - cycles of stars through processes like stellar nucleosynthesis and supernova nucleosynthesis.

Answer:

A. Helium