Dark Matter Explained: What Exactly is Dark Matter? | A Beginner’s Guide to Dark Matter

The video explores the concept of dark matter, an invisible substance that doesn't emit or absorb light, making it undetectable through traditional means. It discusses the historical context, starting with early theories by astronomers Jan Ort and Fritz Zwicki, and explains how dark matter is inferred through its gravitational effects on visible celestial bodies. The video also covers the technology used to study dark matter, such as the Hubble Space Telescope and Chandra X-ray Observatory, and presents various hypotheses about its composition. Understanding dark matter is crucial for comprehending the universe's structure and evolution.

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