Unraveling Dark Energy and Cosmic Expansion

This chapter explores the intricacies of dark energy and dark matter, shedding light on the importance of accurate science journalism amidst common misconceptions. The discussion also traces the evolution of our understanding of the universe, emphasizing key astronomical discoveries that disrupted the static universe model. Furthermore, it delves into the methods used to measure cosmic distances and the implications of an expanding universe, including the fundamental role of the Hubble constant.