Exploring CMB Mass Corresponding with Dark Matter

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of a correspondence between dark matter and the CMB mass. While dark matter is known to be distributed unevenly in space and is not made up of ordinary matter or photons, the CMB photons are distributed evenly throughout all space. The conversation also mentions the CMB power spectrum, which suggests the existence of dark matter. However, the exact nature of this correspondence is still unknown. The conversation concludes by providing a link to an article for further reading on the topic.
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I heard that dark matter could be the CMB mass corresponding, but I am not satisfied from that.
What about this?
 
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Ignition said:
I heard that dark matter could be the CMB mass corresponding, but I am not satisfied from that.
What about this?

What does "CMB mass corresponding," mean?
In any case the CMB consists of photons with a spectrum of about 2.7 deg. K. What dark matter is made up of is unknown. What is known is that it is NOT ordinary (baryonic) matter or photons.
 
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Ignition,
mathman is right. There is no possible correspondence.
Dark matter distribution is very uneven in space---it has been mapped using the optical distortion it causes (so-called weak lensing effect)

the maps clearly show that it collects in large blob-shaped clouds around galaxies and clusters of galaxies. it tends to collect where there is already some matter to attract it gravitationally.

by contrast, the CMB photons are distributed almost evenly throughout all space, they are going too fast to collect around galaxies or anything else, there are as many of them in a cubic light year in one place as in the same volume somewhere else----almost the same number everywhere


also such a correspondence would not add up. dark matter represents much more stuff.
or it would have to be a very exotic strange correspondence, by some mechanism that nobody I know of has described.

if you have a link to where you read about it, we could have a look-see.
 
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Perhaps a language barrier, ignition. It sounds like you are inquiring about the CMB power spectrum. It is true it favors existence of DM. Here is an article you may find interesting: http://www.sarahbridle.net/lectures/uclgrad07/lss_and_cmb.pdf
 
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1. What is CMB mass and how is it related to dark matter?

CMB (Cosmic Microwave Background) mass is the mass of the universe as a whole, as measured through the CMB radiation. It is related to dark matter because dark matter makes up a significant portion of the total mass of the universe, and therefore affects the CMB radiation through its gravitational effects.

2. How do scientists explore the relationship between CMB mass and dark matter?

Scientists use various techniques to study the CMB radiation and its effects, such as measuring the temperature and polarization of the radiation, and analyzing the large-scale structure of the universe. They also use computer simulations and mathematical models to understand the behavior of dark matter and its impact on the CMB.

3. What evidence supports the existence of dark matter in relation to CMB mass?

Several lines of evidence support the existence of dark matter in relation to CMB mass. These include the observation of gravitational lensing, which is the bending of light by the gravitational pull of dark matter, and the measurement of the large-scale distribution of matter in the universe, which shows a discrepancy between the amount of visible matter and the total mass of the universe.

4. Can studying CMB mass help us understand the properties of dark matter?

Yes, studying CMB mass can provide valuable insights into the properties of dark matter. By analyzing the CMB radiation, scientists can learn about the distribution, density, and interactions of dark matter, which can help them narrow down the possible candidates for dark matter particles.

5. How does the exploration of CMB mass and dark matter contribute to our understanding of the universe?

Studying CMB mass and dark matter is crucial for understanding the structure, evolution, and fate of the universe. By uncovering the properties of dark matter and its relationship with the CMB, scientists can gain a better understanding of the fundamental forces and laws that govern the universe, and potentially unlock the mysteries of the universe's origins and expansion.

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