Hunting for the WIMPs of the universe - Science Nation

The video explores the search for dark matter, focusing on the Large Underground Xenon (LUX) experiment in South Dakota. Dark matter, making up 85% of the universe's matter, is a mystery as it cannot be seen or touched. The LUX experiment aims to detect WIMPs, a potential form of dark matter, using liquid xenon in a deep underground facility to filter out cosmic radiation. Despite challenges, scientists remain optimistic about discovering new insights into the universe.

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