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A supermassive black hole in the galaxys core
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A supermassive black hole in the galaxys core
In this artists rendition, dust grains mixed with heated, outflowing gas can be seen as brown wisps to the north and south of the central yellow spot.
The yellow region at the center represents a supermassive black hole in the galaxys core that may be responsible for heating surrounding gas and dust. Astronomers have detected dust grains mingling with blazing hot gas at temperatures of 10 million degrees Kelvin (about 10 million degrees Celsius, or 17 million degrees Fahrenheit) in an area surrounding the elliptical-shaped galaxy called NGC 5044. Scientists liken this to finding a snowflake in hell and suspect that a supermassive black hole at the galaxys center must have recently heated nearby cold, dusty gas through a process called feedback heating
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring sight of a supermassive black hole at the core of a galaxy. In this artist's rendition, we are treated to a mesmerizing display of brown wisps, which represent dust grains mixed with heated outflowing gas. These wisps can be seen stretching north and south of the central yellow spot that symbolizes the colossal black hole. Astronomers have made an astonishing discovery within this elliptical-shaped galaxy known as NGC 5044. They have detected dust grains intermingling with scorching hot gas, reaching mind-boggling temperatures of 10 million degrees Kelvin. This extraordinary finding has left scientists in awe, likening it to discovering a snowflake amidst hellish conditions. It is believed that this phenomenon is due to feedback heating caused by the supermassive black hole residing at the heart of this galactic marvel. The immense gravitational forces generated by the black hole must have recently heated nearby cold and dusty gas, resulting in this breathtaking cosmic spectacle. The digitally generated image beautifully captures both the grandeur and peculiarity of our universe. It serves as a reminder of how vast and enigmatic space truly is, offering us glimpses into its intricate workings through stunning visuals like these.
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