Is everything we know about the universe wrong?
BBC Inside Science
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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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