GET TO KNOW SUPERMASSIVE BLACK HOLES

Have you ever heard of supermassive black holes? They are the most extreme objects in the universe, with masses millions or billions of times greater than that of the Sun. They formed early in cosmic history, from gas clouds or clusters of stars that collapsed under their own gravity. They are at the center of almost all galaxies, including ours, and influence their evolution. They are so powerful that they can emit radiation, jets and winds that heat and expel the gas around them, preventing the formation of new stars. They can also attract matter to themselves, forming an accretion disk that glows brightly. They are responsible for phenomena called quasars, which are the most luminous objects in the universe. In this video, we will learn more about these mysterious giants and how astronomers manage to observe and study them. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about supermassive black holes, the kings of the cosmos!