Universe
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A universe is all matter, energy, and space in a space-time continuum, e.g. the three dimensions of space governed by the fourth dimension of time. The universe is filled with large clusters of stars and other material, known as galaxies, which are grouped together and held in place by gravity.
The multiverse contains in theory infinite universes, every time a decision is made or one possible outcome occurs a new parallel universe is created to carry out the alternative outcomes. Depending on the point of divergence and level of variance at that divergence a parallel universe can range from essentially identical to unrecognisable from our own. Federation scientists have so far established the existence of some 285,000 universes. (ST reference: The Starfleet Survival Guide)
The vast majority of known universes have only had minor, if any contact, with our own universe, however there does seem to be a substantial history between our universe and the collective of related universes known as the mirror universe, contact has been made with a number of variations of the mirror universe at various points throughout history.
[edit] Known Universes
[edit] Connections
- Universe article at Memory Alpha, the wiki for canon Star Trek.
- Universe article at Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
| Multiverse • Universe • Galaxy | |
|---|---|
| Galactic Regions: | Quadrant • Sector • Cluster • Nebula • Star system |
| System Bodies: | Star • Planet • Planetoid • Dwarf planet • Asteroid • Meteoroid • Comet |
