Encore: Welcome to the Dark Side
Normal matter—the kind that makes up our home planet and everything we can see—adds up to just five percent of the known universe. The other 95 percent is dark matter and dark energy. NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will settle essential questions about this dark side, especially dark energy, one of the biggest mysteries in all of science. In this encore presentation, hear how NASA…
Normal matter—comprising our planet and everything we can see—accounts for a mere five percent of the known universe. The remaining 95 percent consists of dark matter and dark energy, two enigmatic components whose nature remains elusive to scientists. NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is poised to shed light on these mysteries, particularly dark energy, which poses one of the most profound questions in scientific inquiry.
In this revamped episode, we delve into the research conducted by NASA astrophysicists regarding dark matter and dark energy, exploring why these discoveries have compelled scientists to reevaluate their fundamental understanding of the cosmos. Originally aired in 2023, this episode revisits the tale of NASA's ambitious mission, now realized through the successful launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope.
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