Cosmology

Cosmology is the scientific study of the large-scale properties, origins, evolution, and ultimate fate of the universe. It encompasses the examination of fundamental questions regarding the universe's structure, such as its beginning, how it has changed over time, and what it is composed of, including matter, energy, and physical laws. Cosmology combines observations from astronomy, physics, and mathematics to develop theories about the universe's age, expansion, and potential future. It includes the assessment of phenomena such as the cosmic microwave background radiation, galaxy formation, and the overall geometry of space-time. Cosmology also addresses philosophical implications regarding the nature of existence and humanity's place within the cosmos.