Dark matter is a mysterious substance that makes up about 85% of all the mass in the universe. Unlike normal matter, dark matter does not emit, reflect, or absorb light, which makes it invisible and very hard for scientists to detect. For decades, scientists have only been able to study it through its gravitational effects on stars, galaxies, and the large-scale structure of the universe.
Nearly 100 years after the idea of dark matter was first proposed, a new study claims it may have found signs that dark matter really exists. Researchers are analyzing data from space observations and experiments to look for subtle effects caused by dark matter. If confirmed, this discovery could help answer one of the biggest mysteries in physics and astronomy, revealing more about the hidden part of our universe that we cannot see directly.
Understanding dark matter is important because it influences the formation of galaxies and the way the universe expands. Scientists hope that future studies will provide even clearer evidence and help explain what dark matter is made of, finally solving a puzzle that has baffled humanity for generations.