What Does WIMP Stand For?
WIMP stands for Weakly Interacting Massive Particle
WIMP, or Weakly Interacting Massive Particle, refers to a class of hypothetical particles that are candidates for dark matter in the universe. These particles are proposed to have mass and interact with other matter through the weak nuclear force, which explains their elusive nature. WIMPs are significant in astrophysics and cosmology as they could provide insights into the composition and evolution of the universe, potentially resolving key questions about dark matter's role in structure formation and cosmic dynamics.
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