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Scientists Uncover Cause of GRB221009A, Most Powerful Explosion 7 Billion Light-Years Away

Jul 25, 2024, 02:57 PM

Scientists have uncovered the cause of GRB221009A, the most powerful explosion ever recorded, marking a significant milestone in the study of gamma-ray bursts (GRBs). The collision, which occurred 7 billion light-years away, created a black hole 142 times bigger than the Sun. One expert described it as 'the biggest bang since the Big Bang that humanity has ever observed.' Chinese scientists discovered a gamma-ray line up to 37 million electron-volts from an extremely bright gamma-ray burst, representing the highest energy spectral line features emitted by celestial objects in the universe. NASA's Swift Satellite and AI have played a crucial role in unraveling the distance of the farthest gamma-ray bursts. Additionally, the Fermi Telescope identified a new feature in the brightest gamma-ray burst yet seen. GRB221009A’s unique light pattern was also noted.