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Three Ways to Destroy the Universe

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They say all things must come to an end. Does this include the universe? This video explores current theories on the end of ... everything. 

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Here is a high resolution graphic showing the end of the universe as a timeline. 

If we're going to learn about how the universe is going to end then some understanding of some of its other mysteries is important too.

Even though Einstein discarded the idea of Dark Energy in the early 1900s, he is still credited for inspiring this field of scientific research. 

For a little more insight into types of forces, The Physics classroom is a good place to start. If you are really interested in the Physics of the universe the Wolfram|Alpha is a great place to explore.

Other interesting reads and sites to visit about the end of the Earth, the end of us, and the end of the universe, a timeline of the future of the universe.

Can't have a lesson about the end of the universe without a classic R.E.M. song to accompany the learning.

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