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Q · The Universe Medium · 45s
Which statement is correct about dark matter?
TopicThe Universe
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Dark matter explains the extra gravitational pull observed in galaxies. It does not emit detectable light and is not baryonic matter.
Final Answer: Option B - It explains additional gravitational effects in galaxies.