The Biggest Water Reservoir in Space

The video explores the presence of water in the universe, highlighting a massive water reservoir found in a quasar 12 billion light years away. It explains the nature and discovery of quasars, their role as active galactic nuclei, and their significance in understanding the early universe. The discovery of warm water vapor in a distant quasar provides insights into the universe's evolution post-Big Bang, suggesting that early stars contributed to the formation of water. The video emphasizes the potential for future discoveries with advanced technology, enhancing our understanding of cosmic phenomena.

What was the initial method used by astronomers to discover quasars?

• Optical telescopes

• Infrared telescopes

• Radio emissions

• X-ray observations

What surrounds the supermassive black holes in quasars, causing them to emit energy?

• Dark matter

• Asteroids

• Dust and gas

• Neutron stars

Why are quasars difficult to observe despite being extremely bright?

• They are hidden by other galaxies

• They emit only radio waves

• They are very far away

• They are blocked by cosmic dust

How much warmer is the water vapor in the quasar compared to most galaxies?

• Twice as warm

• Ten times as warm

• Five times as warm

• Three times as warm

What do scientists believe could happen to the water vapor around the quasar in the future?

• It will form new planets

• It will create a new galaxy

• It will condense into new stars

• It will evaporate into space