Scientists Uncover Evidence of Black Hole Swallowing Star
Recent breakthrough reveals evidence of a black hole swallowing star, as researchers led by Jon Miller from the University of Michigan study the violent encounter, shedding light on a tidal disruption event (TDE) that offers valuable insights into the interaction between supermassive black holes and massive stars.
This Black Hole Swallowing Star study focused on a disrupted star called ASASSN-14li, discovered back in 2014 and located around 280 million light-years away from Earth. (PHOTO: Phys.org)
Scientific Breakthrough: Evidence Emerges of Black Hole Swallowing Star Event, Providing Insights into Cosmic Interactions
A recent scientific breakthrough has revealed possible proof of a Black Hole Swallowing Star event. According to Space, researchers led by Jon Miller from the University of Michigan disclosed their findings, suggesting that a supermassive black hole engaged in a violent encounter with a massive star, causing its inner parts to be ejected into space. This event, known as a tidal disruption event (TDE), provides valuable insights into how black holes interact with massive stars.
This Black Hole Swallowing Star study focused on a disrupted star called ASASSN-14li, discovered back in 2014 and located around 280 million light-years away from Earth. By analyzing data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory and the European Space Agency’s XMM-Newton, the team gained compelling evidence of the massive star’s disintegration. The unique wavelengths of light emitted during the TDE allowed the researchers to determine the elements surrounding the black hole.
Revelation in Black Hole Swallowing Star Study: Nitrogen-Carbon Ratio Unveils Massive Star’s Fate, Sheds Light on Measurement Challenges
One significant revelation was the ratio of nitrogen to carbon within the remnants of the star, as reported. This ratio aligned with predictions for a star around three times the mass of our sun, contrary to earlier research that estimated a much lower mass. This finding of Black Hole Swallowing Star study highlights the challenge of accurately measuring the mass of stars in these extreme events.
Enrico Ramirez-Ruiz from the University of California, Santa Cruz, emphasized the rarity of witnessing the Black Hole Swallowing Star event, underscoring the importance of the discovery. Space further stated that the study not only deepens our understanding of TDEs but also underscores the potential of using X-ray telescopes as tools for deciphering cosmic mysteries. While the ASASSN-14li discovery provides significant insights, the enigmatic “Scary Barbie” event involving an even more massive star remains a tantalizing mystery, awaiting further exploration.
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