What is believed to be the large-scale structure of the universe?

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Levi Anderson · Accepted Answer

Galaxy clusters.

A galaxy cluster known as El Gordo cluster has a mass of two quadrillion suns, while example cluster IDCS 1426 has a mass of one million Milky Ways. Two is followed by fifteen zeros.

Levi Anderson · Answer

undefined It is thought that the universe's large-scale structure is made up of voids, filaments, and galaxy clusters that together make up a cosmic web.

HIX Tutor · Answer

undefined The large-scale structure of the universe is like a big web! Here’s how to understand it:

1. **Galaxies**: Think of galaxies like big islands in space. They are groups of stars, gas, and dust.

2. **Clusters**: Galaxies can group together to make clusters. This is like a family of islands close together.

3. **Superclusters**: Many clusters can group to form superclusters. Imagine a bunch of families living in the same neighborhood.

4. **Void**: Between these clusters and superclusters, there are areas with very little matter called voids. It’s like empty spaces between the islands.

5. **Web-like Structure**: When we look at the entire universe, we see this pattern of galaxies, clusters, and voids forming a web.

This web helps scientists understand how the universe is organized!