Invisible Universe, The: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, And The Origin And End Of The Universe

This book discusses cosmology's frontier problems, such as our ignorance of the Universe's composition, origin, and end. It describes the Big Bang model and the evolution of the Universe, including the presence of 5% visible matter and 95% dark matter and dark energy. The book discusses the hunt for dark matter and dark energy, and their implications for the future of the Universe.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 07 May 2021
\n Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
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Cosmology is a fascinating field that delves into the deepest mysteries of our Universe. In this book, we explore some of the frontier problems that confront us, such as our complete ignorance of the composition of the Universe, the enigmatic origins and ultimate fate of the cosmos.

The journey begins with a historical account of the events that led to the development of the Big Bang model, which explains the formation of the Universe from a hot and dense state billions of years ago. This model provides a framework for understanding the structures we observe today, including stars, galaxies, and other celestial bodies. However, it is important to note that these structures constitute only a small fraction of the total contents of the Universe.

The remaining 95% of the Universe, known as dark matter and dark energy, remains largely unknown and mysterious. While we have indirect evidence of their existence through gravitational effects, we know very little about their nature and origins. This book delves into the story and the protagonists who played a crucial role in revealing the need for the existence of this missing matter.

The observations and puzzles these scientists encountered during their research shed light on the nature of dark matter and its distinct properties from ordinary matter. They discovered that dark matter does not emit, absorb, or reflect light, making it challenging to detect directly. Instead, it interacts with other matter through gravitational forces, shaping the structures of the Universe.

The hunt for dark matter has taken place using a variety of instruments, operating in space, on the Earth's surface, and in underground laboratories. These instruments have allowed scientists to gather valuable data and make groundbreaking discoveries about the nature of dark matter.

Dark energy, another enigmatic component of the Universe, is also discussed in this book. It manifests itself in the accelerated expansion of the Universe, which began only a few billion years ago. Dark energy is responsible for the expansion of the cosmos, and its existence is essential for understanding the future and the ultimate fate of our Universe.

The book explores the reasons why dark energy must exist and what its existence implies for the future of the cosmos. It raises questions about the ultimate fate of the Universe, whether it will continue to expand indefinitely or eventually collapse back into itself. It also examines the implications of dark energy for the existence of life and the possibility of other universes beyond our own.

Cosmology is a rapidly evolving field, and this book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the current state of knowledge. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the mysteries of the Universe and the quest for understanding the fundamental nature of our existence.

\n Weight: 572g\n
Dimension: 159 x 235 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9789811229435\n \n