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Scientists calculate how much information exists in the observable universe
Researchers have calculated the total amount of information contained in the observable universe, a figure tied to the number of elementary particles and the states they can occupy. The estimate, reported by science outlets, connects physics with information theory and could inform debates over whether information is a fundamental component of reality.
Why now: A new scientific estimate of the universe's informational content is drawing attention across science news and discussion.
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- Scientists calculate how much information exists in the observable universe · The Brighter Side of News
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