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What will be the mass of the next largest star swallowed by a black hole by the end of 2024?
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Less than 5 times the mass of the sun • 25%
5-7 times the mass of the sun • 25%
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More than 9 times the mass of the sun • 25%
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Supermassive Black Hole Swallows Star Nine Times Sun's Mass
Aug 9, 2024, 05:11 PM
A supermassive black hole has swallowed a star nine times the mass of the sun, marking the biggest and brightest such event ever observed. This phenomenon highlights the ongoing mysteries surrounding black holes, which some scientists suggest could outlive the universe itself. The observation of this extraordinary event aligns with predictions made by Einstein, showcasing phenomena once thought impossible to witness.
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