Chapter 34, Problem 20TE

If we can’t even predict the weather, how can we ever expect to predict the fate of the universe?

To determine

The prediction of the fate of the universe.

Answer to Problem 20TE

There cannot be an exact theory about the fate of the universe, but the speculations can be made which can bring us closer to the fate of the universe.

Explanation of Solution

Indeed, we cannot predict the fate of the universe, but the continuous progress that scientists are making in the field of astronomy can help us getting closer to know the fate of the universe. As it is helped us to know why the universe is not collapsing but yet expanding due to dark energy. The behavior of dark energy is still unknown.

The speculations made by scientists are sophisticated speculations based upon the centuries of collected evidence. The powerful telescopes and many different missions to space, help in understanding the universe and the behavior of different energies.

Conclusion:

Therefore, there cannot be an exact theory about the fate of the universe, but the speculations can be made which can bring us closer to the fate of the universe.