The Invisible Universe: A Quest to Discover Dark Matter

By Jonny

"The Invisible Universe: A Quest to Discover Dark Matter" embarks on a thrilling expedition to unveil one of science's greatest mysteries - dark matter. This enigmatic substance makes up a staggering portion of the universe, yet remains frustratingly undetectable by our current instruments. The book delves into the history of our growing awareness of dark matter's influence, exploring how galaxies spin too fast and gravitational lensing bends light in ways that can't be explained by visible matter alone. Join the scientific quest as researchers employ powerful telescopes, ingenious experiments, and sophisticated simulations to identify the elusive dark matter. Explore the leading candidates, from weakly interacting massive particles (WIMPs) to sterile neutrinos, and delve into the cutting-edge technologies used to hunt them down. "The Invisible Universe" is a captivating journey for anyone curious about the cosmos, unraveling the secrets of the unseen and leaving you pondering the vast, mysterious nature of our universe.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3384257952
• ISBN13: 9783384257956
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: Tredition Gmbh
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"