The Expanding Universe

Question 9 • 2001310 Earth Science Sem 1 - Pearson

Which statements explain current theories about dark energy and dark matter? Check all that apply.

Answer

Space that appears empty actually contains dark energy and dark matter.

Dark matter does not emit electromagnetic radiation.

Scientists believe dark energy will cause the universe to collapse inward to a single point.

Scientists theorize that dark energy is causing the expansion of the universe to accelerate.

Dark matter includes all of the dust, ice, and debris that scientists observe in black holes.

The Expanding Universe

Star Systems and Galaxies

Stars