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Dark Matter: Quiz
Dark Matter Quiz
Dark Matter Quiz
We know that Dark Matter exists because we have found some here on Earth, and its name comes from its almost black color.
[A] True
[B] False
Scientists can deduce the presence of Dark Matter from:
[A] Properties of the very hot gas located in clusters of galaxies
[B] The high speeds with which galaxies in the clusters are moving
[C] Both of the above
How much Dark Matter must there be relative to "regular" matter?
[A] About 5 times more
[B] About the same amount
[C] 5 times less