19. Λ’s Potential to Save the Universe
Ultimately, the cosmological constant may act as the universe’s hidden safeguard.
As discussed by Live Science, Λ could prevent catastrophic outcomes like the Big Crunch, instead allowing the cosmos to expand gently into the far future.
Rather than facing sudden destruction, our universe might experience a stable, slow winding down.
In this sense, Einstein’s so-called “mistake” could be the very factor that ensures cosmic longevity and stability.