Instructional Video

Dark Matter

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Dark matter accounts for 23 percent of the known universe, yet scientists don't know what it is. No one can see it, but everyone knows it is there based on the weight of the universe. Even though it isn't invisible, it does have an impact on things around it that are measurable. The video attempts to explain dark matter and does a better job than most.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Let your pupils spend a few minutes trying to find a new particle
Classroom Considerations
  • The comment section brings out negativity so proceed with caution
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Great introduction for discussion of theoretical physics
  • Describes the Higgs field, which many people don't fully understand
Cons
  • None