NGC 4889 galactic black hole, artwork C015 / 0801
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NGC 4889 galactic black hole, artwork C015 / 0801
NGC 4889 galactic black hole. Artwork of stars in an elliptical galaxy clustered around a supermassive black hole (upper right) of about 10 billion solar masses. This black hole is at the centre of the galaxy NGC 4889 (also called Caldwell 35), the brightest member of the Coma Cluster of galaxies. The mass of the black hole has been determined by studies of the velocity of the stars orbiting the galactic centre. NGC 4889 is 308 million light years from Earth, in the constellation of Coma Berenices. Artwork and research published in 2011
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2011 Astrophysical Astrophysics Black Hole Galactic Centre Gravitation Gravity High Energy High Mass Orbit Orbiting Orbits Powerful Singularity Speed Stars Supermassive Black Hole Universe Coma Berenices Velocity
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring NGC 4889 galactic black hole, a masterpiece of nature's grand design. Created by artist Lynette Cook in collaboration with scientific research published in 2011, this artwork depicts an elliptical galaxy adorned with stars clustered around a colossal supermassive black hole. With a mind-boggling mass of approximately 10 billion solar masses, this celestial behemoth exerts an unimaginable gravitational force that shapes the destiny of everything within its reach. Located at the heart of NGC 4889, also known as Caldwell 35 and situated in the Coma Cluster of galaxies, this enigmatic black hole has been meticulously studied to determine its immense mass through careful analysis of stellar velocities orbiting its galactic center. Positioned prominently in the upper right corner, it serves as a mesmerizing focal point amidst a cosmic ballet. Situated an astonishing distance of 308 million light-years away from Earth within the constellation Coma Berenices, NGC 4889 beckons us to ponder our place in the vastness of space. Its high energy and gravitationally intense nature make it an object worthy of fascination for astrophysicists and astronomers alike. Lynette Cook's stunning illustration captures not only the beauty but also the scientific significance behind this galactic core where collapsed stars give rise to singularities that defy comprehension. This artwork invites us to contemplate both our insignificance and our boundless curiosity about these extraordinary phenomena that shape our understanding
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