Dark energy and dark matter are components of the universe that have been proposed to explain certain observed phenomena, but they have not been directly detected or observed on Earth.
Dark matter is a hypothetical form of matter that does not interact with light or other forms of electromagnetic radiation, making it invisible and difficult to detect. Its existence is inferred from its gravitational effects on visible matter and the large-scale structure of the universe. While dark matter is thought to be pervasive throughout the universe, including within galaxies like our Milky Way, its presence has not been directly confirmed in laboratory experiments or Earth-based observations.
Dark energy, on the other hand, is a theoretical form of energy that is postulated to explain the observed accelerated expansion of the universe. It is thought to be a property of space itself, filling the empty space between galaxies and driving the expansion. Dark energy is also yet to be directly detected or observed on Earth.
Scientists and researchers are actively studying these phenomena and conducting experiments to better understand the nature of dark matter and dark energy. The detection of dark matter or dark energy on Earth would require sophisticated experiments and technologies that are still under development.