Is Dark Matter the Key to Understanding the Pre-Visible Universe?

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The discussion revolves around the role of dark matter and dark energy in the context of the pre-visible universe. Participants explore the idea that these entities may have existed before the formation of the visible universe and consider their implications for understanding cosmic structure.

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  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that dark matter and dark energy could be described as existing before the visible universe, suggesting that what we observe in galaxies might be "displacements" in dark matter.
  • One participant challenges the validity of the original assertion, suggesting it lacks coherence and recommending a study of established physics literature instead.
  • Another participant humorously suggests that the discussion may lead to "nothingness," indicating a potential for the conversation to become unproductive.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the validity of the initial assertion regarding dark matter and dark energy, with some questioning its coherence while others seem to entertain the idea. The discussion remains unresolved with competing perspectives present.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes speculative claims about dark matter and dark energy without clear definitions or consensus on their roles in the early universe. There are indications of unresolved assumptions regarding the nature of "nothingness" and its implications.

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Regarding the following statement:

"It would appear Dark matter and dark energy are what existed BEFORE the visible universe as we know it came into being. When you look at galaxies what you're seeing could be described as "displacements" in dark matter where ordinary matter formed and took shape. Referring to dark matter as "nothingness" would probably be more accurate."

Anyone think there could be some validity to that assertion?
 
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@Low Mass Star, that quote is just stringing words together . You would be better off studying some actual physics. For an excellent treatment of the early universe, I recommend "The First Three Minutes" by Weinberg.
 
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