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Artwork of a black hole
Black hole. Artists impression of a black hole with a glowing accretion disk. The disk occurs because matter has angular momentum transferred to it by gravitational effects as it falls towards the rapidly-spinning hole. The matter in the disk is compressed & heated so that it begins to glow, emitting photons. The accretion disk becomes so hot that radiation pressure from the photons force out 2 jets of gas at the black holes poles almost at the speed of light. Black holes are incredibly dense objects that are formed from the cores of huge stars which exploded as supernovae when they exhausted their fuel supply. Their gravity is so strong that light cannot escape from them
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This print showcases an extraordinary artwork of a black hole, providing us with a mesmerizing glimpse into the enigmatic depths of our universe. The artists' impression beautifully captures the essence of this celestial phenomenon, featuring a black hole surrounded by a luminous accretion disk. The accretion disk is formed as matter spirals towards the rapidly-spinning black hole, acquiring angular momentum through gravitational effects. This compressed and heated matter begins to emit photons, resulting in its ethereal glow. The intensity of this radiant energy becomes so immense that it exerts radiation pressure on the surrounding gas, giving rise to two powerful jets expelled from the poles of the black hole at nearly light-speed. Black holes are incredibly dense entities born from massive stars that met their explosive demise as supernovae when they exhausted their fuel reserves. Their gravity is so unfathomably strong that even light cannot escape their grasp, making them intriguing cosmic anomalies. This awe-inspiring artwork not only highlights the scientific aspects behind these peculiar objects but also serves as a testament to human creativity and imagination. It offers an opportunity for contemplation and reflection on our place within this vast cosmos while celebrating both science and art's ability to inspire wonder and curiosity about our universe's mysteries.
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