Light and the black matter (Dark Matter)

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The discussion clarifies why space appears dark despite the presence of light from the sun. It emphasizes that space lacks matter, which is essential for light to illuminate. The concept of dark matter is introduced, highlighting that it does not interact with electromagnetism, making it invisible. Instead, dark matter can be inferred through its gravitational effects on visible matter, such as the curvature of light paths near massive concentrations of dark matter.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic physics concepts, particularly light and electromagnetism.
  • Familiarity with the concept of dark matter in astrophysics.
  • Knowledge of gravitational effects on light paths.
  • Basic comprehension of particle interactions in physics.
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  • Research the properties of dark matter and its role in the universe.
  • Explore gravitational lensing and its implications for observing dark matter.
  • Study the electromagnetic spectrum and its interaction with different forms of matter.
  • Investigate current theories and experiments aimed at detecting dark matter directly.
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Astronomers, physicists, and students of astrophysics who seek to understand the nature of light, dark matter, and their interactions in the universe.

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what happens if our whole universe which is enclosed by black matter lights up or if there's a source to emit light so the whole universe is visible...
Originally Answered: If light reaches the Earth from the sun, why is the space between the sun and the Earth dark?
Because light illuminates surfaces, objects. Space is not an object, is the lack of matter. If you turn on a flashlight in a dark room you will illuminate the floors and the walls, the light from the wall will bounce and illuminate the room a bit more, but if the air is clean, not too much dust, you are not illuminating the air.

In a room we are talking small distances, just a handful of meters, so once the light bounces from a wall the entire room seems to light up, even though what lights up...
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I understand but what if something bursts in the universe the particles might scatter so we will be able to see the covered or dark matter.
 
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Are you asking why we can't see dark matter? It's because it doesn't interact with electromagnetism. Perhaps it would be better named "transparent matter" because light passes through it - so we can't see it directly. We can only see a slight curving of light paths near large amounts of datk matter due to its gravity, and its gravity's effects on normal matter.
 
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