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Dark Matter: The 85% Mystery Shaping Our Universe

3/28/2025

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A groundbreaking revelation in astrophysics reveals that dark matter constitutes a staggering 85% of the universe's mass, yet it eludes our detection. First suggested by Fritz Zwicky in 1933, this enigmatic substance shapes the rotation and structure of galaxies, remaining a tantalizing mystery that captivates scientists and fuels their quest for understanding.

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A groundbreaking revelation in astrophysics reveals that dark matter constitutes a staggering 85% of the universe's mass, yet it eludes our detection. First suggested by Fritz Zwicky in 1933, this enigmatic substance shapes the rotation and structure of galaxies, remaining a tantalizing mystery that captivates scientists and fuels their quest for understanding.