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S27E40: Magnetic Mysteries: Sagittarius A*'s Invisible Force Field Exposed

Apr 1, 2024 · 33m 46s
S27E40: Magnetic Mysteries: Sagittarius A*'s Invisible Force Field Exposed
Chapters

01 · Episode Headlines

Episode Headlines

7s

02 · Strong magnetic fields at the edge of Milky Way’s supermassive black hole

Strong magnetic fields at the edge of Milky Way’s supermassive black hole

48s

03 · New studies show blue supergiant stars can be formed through stellar mergers

New studies show blue supergiant stars can be formed through stellar mergers

11m 42s

04 · Peering Into the Tendrils of a distant galaxy

Peering Into the Tendrils of a distant galaxy

14m 52s

05 · Moscow sends a new crew to the International Space Station

Moscow sends a new crew to the International Space Station

20m 28s

06 · The Science Report

The Science Report

24m 3s

07 · Skeptics guide to why people believe in astrology

26m 41s

08 · How to support SpaceTime and Share In the Rewards

How to support SpaceTime and Share In the Rewards

32m 4s

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The Space, Astronomy & Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 40 *Magnetic Mysteries at the Milky Way's Heart The Event Horizon Telescope has revealed organized magnetic fields swirling at the...

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The Space, Astronomy & Science Podcast.
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 40
*Magnetic Mysteries at the Milky Way's Heart
The Event Horizon Telescope has revealed organized magnetic fields swirling at the periphery of Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the Milky Way's core. In a groundbreaking observation, astronomers have captured these fields in polarized light, finding remarkable similarities to the black hole in galaxy M87. This discovery suggests that strong magnetic fields could be a universal trait among black holes, influencing how they interact with their surrounding matter. The study's implications stretch far beyond the iconic Sagittarius A*, offering a glimpse into the enigmatic behavior of black holes and their powerful ejections into space.
*The Birth of Blue Supergiants Through Stellar Mergers
Blue supergiants, some of the universe's most luminous and massive stars, have long puzzled astronomers due to their abundance and solitary nature. A new study posits that these cosmic behemoths, often found alone, could be the result of binary star systems merging. This revelation, derived from simulations and observations in the Large Magellanic Cloud, challenges previous theories and suggests that stellar mergers play a pivotal role in the life cycle of galaxies and their stellar populations.
*Webb Telescope Unveils the Star-Forming Tendrils of NGC 604
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope peeks into NGC 604, a vibrant nursery of star formation within the Triangulum Galaxy, M33. Webb's infrared gaze has uncovered the intricate dance of star birth, highlighting massive blue stars and intricate gas filaments. This detailed view of NGC 604, a region teeming with over 200 massive stars, offers astronomers a rare opportunity to study these celestial giants at a critical stage in their evolution, providing new insights into the complex processes that shape galaxies.
*New Crew Arrives at the International Space Station
The Soyuz MS-25 mission has successfully delivered a trio of spacefarers to the International Space Station after an initial launch delay. The mission continues the tradition of international partnership in space, as the ISS remains one of the few collaborative ventures between Russia and the West amidst geopolitical tensions.
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