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The Mystery of Dark Matter

The Universe is made up of approximately 70% dark energy, 25% dark matter, and only 5% visible matter or energy. Throughout space, our universe is expanding at an accelerated rate in comparison to previous observations. The reason for this increased expansion is unknown, it could possibly be a result of a faulty theory of gravity or other constants that are excepted today. No one is sure what exactly this force is; however, scientists have now developed a name for this energy. Prior to acquiring the minute amount of information available on dark forces, Einstein factored a value into his theories of relativity, this was known as the cosmological constant.
Dark Energy
This mysterious dark energy within the cosmos amounts to most of the energy throughout the galaxies. Everything that has been measured and observed here on earth makes up only five percent of the universe, a minuscule amount that seems to be much larger than it truly is. The acceleration that has occurred within the expansion of the universe is a result of dark energy. The dark energy could actually be a property of empty space, therefore, it is most likely added to as the universe expands as there will always be an increased value of space. The image below displays this predicament occurring within the universe that is constantly expanding.
Expanding Universe (Dark Energy)
This constant increase in acceleration within the universe also raises its own discrepancies with the principals of physics and other values. The problem with this increasing acceleration is the fact that the properties of gravity do not amount to enough force in order for the planets and everything throughout the universe to stay in contact. The acceleration would have the force to tear everything apart long ago and, consequently, there must be another force that helps our universe remain together.  This force is known as dark matter. Dark matter is practically the glue that holds galaxies together, this means that it also serves as a link between galaxies. Some theories conclude that there may actually be alternate galaxies as a result of the dark matter within this universe and many others.
Abell 2744 (Dark Matter)
Scientists are simply not able to comprehend or measure these dark forces, in fact, an attempt to justify a certain theory was made through various physics problems and theories that are known to be correct. The only problem is that this attempt, which should have resulted in a correct answer, was extremely incorrect, in fact, it was off by 10^120. As of right now, there is little to no information on these forces, which make up the majority of the universe; however, if knowledge were to be gained in terms of these theories, the possibilities are endless. Perhaps in an alternate universe, linked through dark matter, you are reading this same blog right now.

Works Cited
"CERN Accelerating Science." Dark Matter. CERN, n.d. Web. 
"Dark Energy, Dark Matter." NASA. NASA, n.d. Web. 
Hooper, Dan. "Dark Matter: The Mystery Substance Physics Still Can't Identify That Makes up the Majority of Our Universe." The Conversation. N.p., n.d. Web. 
Jones, Andrew Zimmerman. "Dark Energy." ThoughtCo. N.p., 18 June 2014. Web.

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