The fabric of the Universe, known as the cosmic web, exhibits an intricate structure with galaxies organized in filaments and voids. Formed post-Big Bang, it takes the shape of a branching network, rather than circular orbits. This complex form can be better understood through analogies with terrestrial processes, such as light scattering, river systems, and biological networks. Ongoing research draws parallels between cosmic and Earth structures, emphasizing shared patterns. The cosmic web's evolution evokes a sense of wonder and connection to both terrestrial phenomena and larger cosmic events.
The arrangement of galaxies in the cosmic web may look haphazard, but it's ordered in its own way, structured with vast walls and voids between them.
The cosmic web started forming at the Big Bang, with density variations amplifying over time. It is evolving today, characterized by branching flows rather than orbits.
Earth-based analogies, such as light scattering in swimming pools and bubble growth, provide relatable ways to understand the Universe's complex three-dimensional structure.
The cosmic web can be compared to river networks, spider webs, transport systems, and even biological networks, revealing the interconnectedness of different systems.
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