The Science Behind Black Holes

The Science Behind Black Holes

Released Tuesday, 24th September 2024
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The Science Behind Black Holes

The Science Behind Black Holes

The Science Behind Black Holes

The Science Behind Black Holes

Tuesday, 24th September 2024
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You'll learn:

What is a black hole?
A region in space where gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape. Black holes form from the collapse of massive stars, creating a point of infinite density known as the singularity.

The Event Horizon:
The boundary surrounding a black hole, beyond which nothing can return. This invisible "edge" plays a crucial role in the way black holes interact with their surroundings.

Time Dilation:
How time slows down near the event horizon due to the immense gravitational pull, creating a mind-boggling effect where time passes differently near a black hole compared to the rest of the universe.

Supermassive Black Holes and Quasars:
These giants, located at the centers of galaxies, emit powerful jets of radiation and may play a key role in galaxy formation and evolution.

Hawking Radiation:
Stephen Hawking’s discovery that black holes emit a faint radiation and can eventually evaporate over time.

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