A Historical Review of Research on the Density-Size Correlation of the Observable Universe

Authors

  • Thomas Thomas Westlake High School
  • Nipun Nagendra Vandegrift High School
  • Sreekar Garimella Westlake High School
  • Shyamal Mitra University of Texas at Austin https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2733-1232

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v12i4.5780

Keywords:

Fractal Cosmology, Density, Density-Size Correlation, Density-Radius Correlation, E.F. Carpenter, Gerard De Vaucouleurs, De Sitter Model, Olber's Paradox, Universe, Homogeneous Universe, Hierarchical Universe

Abstract

This literature review explores the correlation between the density and size of celestial objects - a key subject in understanding their formation, evolution, and the potential existence of higher-order clusters. It draws attention to the two seminal papers - E. F. Carpenter's density-size correlation study and Gerard De Vaucouleurs's study on matter density in groups and clusters. While acknowledging the limitations and outdated nature of Carpenter's body of work, it underscores the need for a more contemporary, comprehensive examination across various scales from neutron stars to galaxy clusters. The review highlights how such a study can clarify questions surrounding the size and shape of the universe, address Olbers' Paradox, and contribute to theories that describe the universe's origins and dynamics.

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References or Bibliography

Carpenter, E. F. (1938, October). Some Characteristics of Associated Galaxies. I. a. Density Restriction in the Metagalaxy. The Astrophysical Journal, 88(344). https://doi.org/10.1086/143987

De Vaucouleurs, G. (1960, May). The Apparent Density of Matter in Groups and Clusters of Galaxies. The Astrophysical Journal, 131(585). https://doi.org/10.1086/146871

De Vaucouleurs, G. (1970). The Case for a Hierarchical Cosmology. Science, 167(3922), 1203–1213. http://www.jstor.org/stable/1728457. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.167.3922.1203

Published

11-30-2023

How to Cite

Thomas, T., Nagendra, N., Garimella, S., & Mitra, S. (2023). A Historical Review of Research on the Density-Size Correlation of the Observable Universe. Journal of Student Research, 12(4). https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v12i4.5780

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 4 (2023)

Section

HS Review Projects

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