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Why the Night Sky Is Dark: Modern Cosmology Explains

On a clear night, when you look up, the sky feels like a vast dark ocean sprinkled with tiny, shimmering stars. The calm, black canvas seems obvious and natural. Yet this simple observation hides one of astronomy’s greatest historical puzzles: If the universe contains an infinite number of stars, why isn’t the night sky brilliantly bright? Why do we see darkness at all?

This question is at the heart of the phenomenon known today as Olbers’ Paradox—or, more accurately, the Cheseaux–Olbers Paradox. Read my detailed interview report with RRI senior scientist Dr. K.Aditya-https://www.etvbharat.com/en/technology/why-the-night-sky-is-dark-modern-cosmology-explains-enn25120304244

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Journalist Anubha

Dr. Anubha Jain is a Senior Journalist Author associated with Eenadu TV, Lokmat Media & All India Radio — handling diverse domains – politics, economics, wildlife, space, science & technology and specializes in tracking social and economic changes taking place in the country. Based in Bengaluru she's recognised for her work in journalism, advocacy for women's empowerment and one-on-one interviews with prominent personalities.

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