Animation of Black Hole in Elliptical Galaxy (2006-bhcen)

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This artist's animation depicts a journey into the center of an elliptical galaxy. After traveling past stars in the outer part of the galaxy, the supermassive black hole located at the bright center of the galaxy becomes visible. This black hole is surrounded by hot gas shown in red and yellow, whi

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• License: CC / Public Domain
• Category: Space

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