The Dark Matter Enigma

8.3/10 · 84 votesJan 31, 201742 min

Ranked #7 of 8 in Season 5•−0.1 vs season avg

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Dark matter is the biggest mystery of the cosmos. Scientists know that it has been vital to our universe since its birth, and new discoveries reveal that it could create black holes, cause mass extinctions, and might even shape life on Earth itself.

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Most Amazing Discoveries

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Mystery of Planet 9

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Black Holes: The Secret Origin

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Secret History of Pluto

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Stars That Kill

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The Universe's Deadliest

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Episode Summary

"The Dark Matter Enigma" is episode 8 of How the Universe Works season 5. It scored 8.3/10 from 84 votes, ranking #7 of 8 episodes this season (season average 8.4). It aired on January 31, 2017.

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