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In a First-Ever Image, Two Black Holes Seen Circling Each Other - The Statesman
- Astronomers have captured the first image of two supermassive black holes orbiting each other, confirming a prediction in astrophysics that has eluded scientists for generations.
- The two black holes are located approximately 5 billion light-years away in the quasar known as OJ287, and their orbital period is about 12 years.
- The groundbreaking image confirmed a prediction about binary black holes that has eluded scientists for generations, according to findings published on October 9 in The Astrophysical Journal.
- This discovery significantly enhances understanding of galaxy evolution and the interaction of supermassive black holes.
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For the first time, two black holes that circle around each other could be mapped directly. One of them shows a striking jet.
Ground-breaking image shows two black holes orbiting around each other in space
For the first time, astronomers have imaged two black holes orbiting each other in space.Spotted through the blurred fluctuations of radio light captured by telescopes both on the ground and space,...
Astronomers Capture First-Ever Image of Two Black Holes Orbiting Each Other
In a groundbreaking study, astronomers have unveiled an astonishing image that sheds light on the mysterious nature of black holes. Published in the Astrophysical Journal, this new research marks a significant leap in our understanding of cosmic phenomena, thanks to a collaboration between space-based telescopes and cutting-edge technology. The Power of Black Holes and Their Cosmic Influence Black holes have long been regarded as some of the mos…
For the first time in the world, scientists have been able to obtain a radio image of two black holes that rotate around each other. The image was the first direct confirmation of the assumption made several decades ago, as reported by Space.com. In a published picture, you can see a couple of supermassive black holes that dance at the center of the quasar OJ287. It is located five billion light years away in the constellation of Raka. The black…
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