massive compact halo object
nounEtymology
Perhaps coined with the acronym, MACHO, in mind. See also WIMP, which represents a competing hypothesis.
Definitions
Any kind of astronomical body comprising normal baryonic matter that in sufficient…
Any kind of astronomical body comprising normal baryonic matter that in sufficient numbers might explain the apparent presence of dark matter in galaxy halos.
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Vish — recursive loop
No curated loop yet for massive compact halo object. Loops are being traced one word at a time while the ingestion pipeline matures.
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