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245 | Solo: The Crisis in Physics

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Navigating Dark Matter and Modified Gravity

This chapter examines the complexities of modifying gravitational theories in light of dark matter evidence, emphasizing insights gained from the cosmic microwave background (CMB). It discusses the historical context of dark matter discovery, contrasting the roles of modified gravity and traditional dark matter theories while evaluating their implications on cosmic structure formation. Through thorough analysis, the chapter highlights ongoing challenges in the interplay between theoretical predictions and observational data in understanding the universe.

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