Violently Variable Black Holes Probed
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 11:21
in Astronomy & Space
Unique observations of the flickering light from the surroundings of two black holes provide new insights into the colossal energy that flows at their hearts. By mapping out how well the variations in visible light match those in X-rays on very short timescales, astronomers have shown that magnetic fields must play a crucial role in the way black holes swallow matter.
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