Average size of the biggest G-bound structures in the Universe

In summary, the conversation discusses the meaning and calculation of the average size of the largest gravitationally bound structures in the observable universe. The current estimate is around 10 million light years, which is relatively small compared to the estimated size of the Universe. Studying the average size of these structures can provide valuable insights into the formation, evolution, and distribution of matter in the Universe.
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After Dark Energy will tear our Universe apart, every Hubble sphere would contain only 1 or 0 gravitationally bound structures. What is an average size of such structures? (As I understand, galaxy clusters are the "seeds" of such remnants?)
 
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Over very long timescales: single solid objects or single black holes. All orbits are unstable over sufficiently long timescales, so objects tend to either merge or get ejected from gravitationally bound systems.

Over not that long timescales: somewhere at the scale of superclusters, what exactly will stay bound is still subject of discussion.
 

Related to Average size of the biggest G-bound structures in the Universe

What does "average size of the biggest G-bound structures in the Universe" mean?

This refers to the average size of the largest gravitationally bound structures, such as galaxies and galaxy clusters, in the observable universe.

How is the average size of these structures calculated?

Scientists use various methods, such as observations from telescopes and simulations, to estimate the size of these structures and then calculate the average size using statistical analysis.

What is the current estimated average size of the biggest G-bound structures in the Universe?

The current estimate is around 10 million light years, but this can vary depending on the methods and data used by different scientists.

How does the average size of these structures compare to the size of the Universe?

The average size of these structures is relatively small compared to the size of the Universe, which is estimated to be around 93 billion light years in diameter.

What is the significance of studying the average size of the biggest G-bound structures in the Universe?

Studying the average size of these structures can provide insight into the formation and evolution of the Universe, as well as help us understand the distribution and behavior of matter on a large scale.

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