Science has developed at a tremendous pace in the past few decades, unravelling answers to questions that were thought to be unanswerable since eternity. However, even after such progress, a few mysteries continue to baffle scientists till date. Read on to know 7 questions that science still does not have an answer to:
1. Is The Universe Infinite?
The measurement of the size of the universe that is observable has never been a problem. However, the question that has baffled literally all of the scientists since eternity is – How big, exactly, is the universe? What lies beyond the observable horizon of the universe remains a mystery. And since the observable universe itself is thousands of light years in distance, it can safely be said that this question shall remain a mystery.
2. Why Is The Surface Of Ice Slippery?
A distinct feature of water in its solid state (ice), among many others, is that it is slippery on the surface. Even though a theory suggest that an extremely thin layer of water forms on the surface of ice that renders it free from friction. Even though this might be true, the reality remains a mystery.
3. What Preceded The Big Bang?
The universally accepted theory is that the entire universe came into being after a giant explosion, coined as The Big Bang by scientists. Everything that exists right now was a result of the Big Bang, which can be explained scientifically as well. However, the mystery is – What existed before the Big Bang? Was there another world order before it, or did the Big Bang occurred out of nothingness? The question continues to elude scientists till date.
4. The Cause of Ageing?
Everyone knows that ageing is universal and inevitable. It is a well-accepted fact among all. However, the question that what causes ageing and whether or not can it be avoided continues to baffle scientists. While some argue it might be the fault of the necessary evil that oxygen is, the true reason continues to be debatable.
5. Are We Alone?
The next question that follow up the first question in this list is whether we are all alone in this seemingly infinite universe. Even though all evidence points that this is true, the possibility of other life form on planets except Earth seems a definite possibility. However, our current resources and limitations mean that this continues to be a mystery.
6. How Did Life Begin?
Even though the formation of the universe along with all the stars and planets seems justifiable, the popping out of life out of nowhere is still a mystery. How life began in the first place continues to be an unanswered question. Even if the widely accepted story of evolution is considered, it only answers how we evolved from a single being, and not the question that how the life of that first being started. The beginning of life is still a mystery.
7. What’s Inside the Black-hole?
For those who don’t know, black-holes are gigantic space objects that have such a high gravity that nothing escapes it – not even light. Even though scientists have observed and studied numerous black-holes, what lies beyond it is an intriguing mystery.
Even though science has given a lot of answers, there are certainly some questions that will always remain unanswered! What is the question you have in mind? Pop up in comments below!!