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LUX-ZEPLIN

LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) is a scientific experiment designed to detect dark matter, an invisible substance thought to make up a significant portion of the universe's mass. Located deep underground in South Dakota, USA, it uses a large tank filled with liquid xenon to capture the rare interactions between dark matter particles and normal matter. By carefully analyzing these interactions, scientists hope to gather insights into the nature of dark matter, helping to answer fundamental questions about the universe's composition and how it functions. This research could significantly enhance our understanding of physics and cosmology.