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Is there a dark energy particle?

A theoretical particle that adapts to its surroundings could explain the accelerating expansion of our universe.

In the depths of empty space, a chameleon particle might be almost massless, minimizing its gravitational attraction to other particles
Image: Artwork by Sandbox Studio, Chicago

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  • Elementary particles
  • Particle Physics