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Scientists have finally measured the amazing power of a black hole’s jet

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Black holes are one of the most extreme objects in the universe. It can propel matter outward at near-light speeds in powerful plasma beams known as jets. These jets are thought to be one of the most energetic phenomena in the universe. Our new work was published today natural astronomychallenges this intuition. It turns out … Read more

Black hole jet measured for the first time, comparable in power to 10,000 suns

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Black hole jet measured for the first time, comparable in power to 10,000 suns

Researchers have taken a major step toward understanding how black holes affect the universe by directly measuring the power of their jets. A team led by Curtin University used a network of radio telescopes spread across the world to take detailed images that reveal just how energetic these jets are. The discovery supports long-standing theories … Read more