
Is everything we know about the universe wrong?
BBC Inside Science
Unraveling Dark Energy
This chapter explores the enigmatic nature of dark energy and its critical role in the universe's expansion, highlighting the fact that it comprises a significant portion of the cosmos alongside dark matter. Recent data from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument challenges previous assumptions about dark energy, suggesting it may not be a constant. The chapter emphasizes the need for careful analysis of astronomical data and presents varying theories about the universe's fate, intertwining this discussion with insights from a notable meteorite discovery.
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