Wolfgang Kapferer
Mystery of Dark Matter: In Search of the Invisible
Mystery of Dark Matter: In Search of the Invisible
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Get ready to embark on the exciting search for dark matter—the invisible mass that dominates our universe. This popular science book explains why this mysterious dark matter has been incorporated into the standard model of the universe and how scientists are able to "observe" the invisible.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2021
Publisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Get ready to embark on an exhilarating quest to uncover the enigmatic dark matter—the unseen mass that governs our universe. This captivating popular science book delves into the reasons behind its integration into the widely accepted standard model of the cosmos and the remarkable ways in which scientists can "observe" the invisible.
The book begins by exploring the early hints of dark matter's existence, such as the peculiar alignment of galaxy clusters, leading to subsequent modern observations, including cosmic background radiation. Throughout the journey, readers will gain insights into the diverse methods employed by researchers to trace the elusive dark matter and unravel the mysteries behind this enigmatic phenomenon.
The Mystery of Dark Matter is designed to captivate a broad audience, including those with a keen interest in understanding the current knowledge of dark matter and the techniques employed by scientists to unravel its secrets. This book serves as a translation of the original German 1st edition, "Das Rätsel Dunkle Materie," authored by Wolfgang Kapferer and published by Springer-Verlag GmbH Deutschland in 2018. The translation was accomplished with the assistance of artificial intelligence (machine translation by the service DeepL.com), followed by a human revision primarily focused on content to ensure a distinct stylistic approach from conventional translations.
Springer Nature remains committed to advancing the development of tools and technologies to support authors in their publishing endeavors. By exploring the captivating world of dark matter, readers are invited to embark on a journey of discovery, expanding their understanding of the cosmos and the profound mysteries that still await unraveling.
Weight: 362g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783662622018
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021
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