Astronomers predict a new class of star-like objects called “dark dwarfs” near our galaxy’s center, powered by annihilating dark matter. The study suggests these objects could reveal dark matter’s nature through their unique properties.
Key highlights:
• Dark dwarfs shine from dark matter annihilation, not nuclear fusion.
• JCAP study predicts their presence in high dark-matter density regions.
• These objects retain lithium-7, distinct from ordinary brown dwarfs.
• Observations of dark dwarfs could offer evidence for heavy, self-annihilating dark matter.
• Powerful telescopes like the James Webb Space Telescope might detect these objects near the galactic center.
The discovery of dark dwarfs could provide crucial insights into the elusive nature of dark matter, impacting astronomical understanding and research in India’s tech and scientific community.
Source: Gadgets 360