Supermassive Black Holes Collection

A galactic light show in spiral galaxy NGC 4258, also known as M106, about 23 million light years away. This galaxy is famous, however

Barred Spiral Galaxy NGC 1672 in Dorado
NGC 1672 is a prototypical barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Dorado, and differs from normal spiral galaxies in that the spiral arms do not twist all the way into the centre

Illustration of a supermassive black hole in the middle of a dense galaxy
An illustration of a supermassive black hole, weighing as much as 21 million suns, located in the middle of the ultradense galaxy M60-UCD1

M106 Spiral Galaxy harboring our nearest extragalactic jet taken with clear red green blue filter set and hydrogen alpha filters

A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale
Galaxy size comparison chart. A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale

Messier 81 spiral galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major

A space shuttle tries to avoid the gravity well of a supermassive black hole
An astronaut works desperately to repair his engine, before being caught in the gravity well of a supermassive black hole

Artist concept of a galaxy inside of a glowing hydrogen blob. The artists representation shows what one of the galaxies inside a blob might look like if viewed at a relatively close distance

A powerful jet from a supermassive black hole is blasting a nearby galaxy. This never-before witnessed galactic violence may have a profound effect on planets in the jets path

M106, spiral galaxy in Canes Venatici

A supermassive black hole in the galaxys core
In this artists rendition, dust grains mixed with heated, outflowing gas can be seen as brown wisps to the north and south of the central yellow spot

Elliptical galaxy NGC 1275
NGC 1275, also known as Perseus A, is a large elliptical galaxy with an active supermassive black hole at its center which spews plasma jets and filaments over 20

The central region of the Milky Way galaxy
In this image, observations using infrared light and X-ray light see through the obscuring dust and reveal the intense activity near the galactic core of the Milky Way

Composite image of a galaxy cluster
This is a new composite image of galaxy cluster MS0735.6+7421, located about 2.6 billion light-years away in the constellation Camelopardalis

Illustration of a supermassive black hole at the core of a young, star-rich galaxy
This artists conception illustrates one of the most primitive supermassive black holes known, at the core of a young, star-rich galaxy

Infrared image of the center of the Milky Way Galaxy
This composite color infrared image of the center of our Milky Way galaxy reveals a new population of massive stars and new details in complex structures in the hot ionized gas swirling around

NGC 1097, a barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Fornax

NGC 5128 radio galaxy in the constellation Centaurus. The center of the galaxy contains a supermassive black hole which ejects a relativistic jet

A supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy
This artists concept depicts a supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy. The blue color here represents radiation pouring out from material very close to the black hole

Artists concept of a black hole in space
A black hole is a region of warped space that prevents anything from escaping, including light

A black hole is slowly destroying an entire solar system

Barred spiral galaxy NGC 1672 in the constellation Dorado

NGC 5033, a spiral galaxy situated in the constellation of Canes Venatici, about 37 million light years from Earth. Twin super massive black holes, located in its central region

Artists concept of a face-on view of our galaxy, the Milky Way

Centaurus A galaxy in the constellation Centaurus

A supermassive black hole at the center of a remote galaxy digesting the remnants
This artists concept shows a supermassive black hole at the center of a remote galaxy digesting the remnants of a star. The artists concept chronicles the star being ripped apart

Spiral galaxy NGC 5033 in the constellation Canes Venatici
NGC 5033 lies some 40 million light-years away in the well-trained northern constellation Canes Venatici. This telescopic portrait reveals striking details of dust lanes winding near the galaxys

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"A Galactic Light Show: Exploring Supermassive Black Holes" In the vast expanse of space, a galactic light show unfolds within the spiral galaxy NGC 4258. At its heart lies a phenomenon that both fascinates and bewilders scientists - a supermassive black hole. This celestial spectacle is not limited to one galaxy alone; in Dorado, the Barred Spiral Galaxy NGC 1672 showcases another captivating display. Through an intricate illustration, we witness the presence of a supermassive black hole nestled amidst the dense core of a galaxy. Its immense gravitational pull shapes and influences the surrounding cosmic environment, leaving us astounded by its power. As we journey further into space, M106 Spiral Galaxy in Canes Venatici unveils itself to our curious gaze. A selection of galaxies shown to scale reminds us of their diverse forms and sizes across the universe. The mesmerizing Messier 81 spiral galaxy in Ursa Major captivates astronomers with its beauty while simultaneously posing intriguing questions about what lies at its center – perhaps yet another supermassive black hole? A thrilling scene unfolds as a space shuttle maneuvers skillfully around the gravity well generated by one such colossal entity. The sheer force exerted by this supermassive black hole serves as a reminder of nature's awe-inspiring might. Delving deeper into cosmic wonders, an artist's concept reveals an entire galaxy residing within a glowing hydrogen blob—an extraordinary sight that challenges our understanding of galactic formation and evolution. Meanwhile, from afar, we witness how powerful jets emanating from these enigmatic giants can blast neighboring galaxies with tremendous energy—a testament to their ability to shape and influence their surroundings on unimaginable scales. Returning once more to M106 in Canes Venatici—also known as Messier 106—we find ourselves captivated by this spiral beauty where yet again resides another supermassive black hole at its core.