Hidden within the vast expanse of the universe, there exists a mysterious population of ancient black holes waiting to be discovered. These enigmatic cosmic voids share similarities with their more well-known counterparts, sometimes making them virtually indistinguishable. However, unlike traditional black holes born from collapsing stars or the massive entities found at the hearts of galaxies, these elusive black holes have a unique origin story.
Within 1 microsecond: The emergence of first baryons — Neutrons and protons unite
In less than 3 minutes: The birth of first nuclei — Hydrogen and helium nuclei take shape
After 380,000 years: The creation of first atoms — Nuclei combine with electrons to form atoms
Date and Time: 2025-01-13 at 13:00:00
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