Dark energy is the term used to describe ____.
A) the pressure inflating "voids" in the distribution of galaxies
B) radiation from antimatter and non-baryonic matter
C) a component of the cosmic microwave background radiation
D) an effect that works with gravity to decelerate the expansion of the Universe
E) an effect that works against gravity to accelerate the expansion of the Universe

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Dark energy is a mysterious force that is believed to be responsible for the accelerated expansion of the universe, working against the force of gravity.

Dark Energy Is the Term Used to Describe ____