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Skeletides are a hypothetical class of astronomical objects proposed to explain certain anomalous observations in the universe. The term is derived from "skeleton" and "tides," suggesting these objects possess a skeletal structure and exert tidal forces. The core concept behind skeletides is that they are incredibly diffuse and massive entities, potentially composed of dark matter or exotic particles, that do not conform to standard stellar or galactic models.

The idea of skeletides emerged from the need to account for gravitational effects observed in regions where no visible matter could be found. These effects include unusual rotation curves of galaxies and the peculiar motion of galaxy clusters. Proponents suggest that skeletides, due to their immense but spread-out mass, could provide the necessary gravitational pull without emitting significant electromagnetic radiation, thus remaining invisible to conventional telescopes. Their tidal influence would be felt over vast cosmic distances, shaping the distribution and movement of visible matter.

Research into skeletides is ongoing and largely theoretical. Evidence for their existence is indirect and relies on interpreting gravitational anomalies. Further observational data and theoretical developments in cosmology are needed to either confirm or refute the existence of these enigmatic structures. The concept remains a speculative but intriguing avenue for understanding the composition and dynamics of the universe.