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| Title: | Cosmic Nothing. |
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| Authors: | LEMONICK, MICHAEL D. (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Scientific American. Jan2024, Vol. 330 Issue 1, p20-27. 8p. 2 Color Photographs, 2 Diagrams. |
| Subjects: | Einstein, Albert, 1879-1955, Relativity (Physics), Dark matter, Research personnel, Dark energy, Universe, Neutrinos, Acquisition of data |
| Abstract: | Cosmic voids, which are large empty spaces in the universe, are gaining attention from scientists as they could provide important clues about dark matter, dark energy, and neutrinos. These voids challenge the assumption that the universe is homogeneous and have shown that Einstein's theory of relativity likely operates on large scales as well. Recent advancements in technology and data collection have allowed researchers to identify and study thousands of voids, with plans to rapidly increase this number in the coming years. By studying voids, scientists hope to gain insights into the forces that shaped the structure of the universe and the nature of dark energy and dark matter. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | Cosmic voids, which are large empty spaces in the universe, are gaining attention from scientists as they could provide important clues about dark matter, dark energy, and neutrinos. These voids challenge the assumption that the universe is homogeneous and have shown that Einstein's theory of relativity likely operates on large scales as well. Recent advancements in technology and data collection have allowed researchers to identify and study thousands of voids, with plans to rapidly increase this number in the coming years. By studying voids, scientists hope to gain insights into the forces that shaped the structure of the universe and the nature of dark energy and dark matter. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 00368733 |
| DOI: | 10.1038/scientificamerican0124-20 |
