Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The mysterious force accelerating the expansion of the universe, known as dark energy, has puzzled scientists for decades. One promising explanation connects this phenomenon to the ephemeral quantum entities called virtual particles. This thesis explores how virtual particles, arising from quantum fluctuations, may contribute to dark energy through vacuum energy. We journey through the historical development of these concepts, analyze theoretical frameworks, and discuss modern observational evidence to examine the potential role of virtual particles in explaining dark energy.
Author: Hemsudha .
Language: English
Subfield: Astronomy and Astrophysics
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413193906