The Big Bang: started from inflation, now we’re here
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Quantum Fluctuations in the Universe
electrons are act more complicated to describe mathematically than this other form of goop that seems very likely to b e filling the universe or dominating. According to quantum physics, empty space isn't empty at all, but instead, it's filled with particles that pop in and out of existence. These quantum ripples were those variations that were then amplified by the rapid expansion of the universe. If you think about how matter is distributed in our universe, you'll notice there are areas like galaxies where huge amounts of matter are clumped together at the same time. There are also huge voids between galaxies where matter is less abundant.
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