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Simulated images of the shadow of a black hole

General relativity predicts that the shadow should be circular (middle), but a black hole could potentially also have a prolate (left) or oblate (right) shadow. Future EHT images will test this prediction.

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À propos de l'image

Identification:shadow-evt
Type:Simulation
Date de publication:3 avril 2017 16:11
Taille:750 x 250 px

À propos de l'objet

Type:Unspecified : Star : Evolutionary Stage : Black Hole
Catégorie:Quasars and Black Holes

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