Have scientists finally detected dark matter? - video
For decades physicists have been puzzling over the enigma of dark matter. We think it makes up 85% of the matter in the universe, but the mysterious substance cannot be seen or detected, and we know about it mainly through observations of the gravitational effects it has on other things. But now scientists believe they may be a step closer to detecting it. Science editor Ian Sample explains to…
Scientists may be on the verge of detecting dark matter, a mysterious substance that is believed to make up 85% of the matter in the universe. Although dark matter cannot be seen or directly detected, its gravitational effects on other objects have been observed. In a recent study, researchers led by Dr. Samuel Erikson from the University of Bristol have made a discovery that, if confirmed, could revolutionize our understanding of the universe.
Science editor Ian Sample explains the significance of this finding to Madeleine Finlay in an episode of the Guardian Science podcast.
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