The Distribution of Matter in the Universe

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THE UNEVEN UNIVERSE
“It is almost always assumed in cosmological calculations that there is a even distribution of matter in the universe. This is because the calculations would be much too complicated if the position of every single star were to be included. In reality, the universe is not uniform: in some places there are stars and planets, in others there is just a void.”

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https://www.esa.int/Science_Exploration/Space_Science/Planck/The_cosmic_microwave_background_and_the_distribution_of_matter_in_the_Universe

The cosmic microwave background and the distribution of matter in the Universe

How is matter distributed in the Universe?
“A glance through our cosmic neck of the woods reveals that matter in the Universe is distributed in a highly structured fashion. Large concentrations of matter, such as stars and planets, are interspersed with large areas of empty space.”

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