The View Near a Black Hole

Вс, Март 23, 2014 - 6:30 / Категория: astronet

In the center of a swirling whirlpool of hot gas
is likely a beast that has never been seen directly: a
black hole.

Studies of the bright light emitted by the
swirling gas frequently indicate not only that a
black hole is present, but also likely attributes.

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