Planets Could Form Around Black Holes! SciShow News

The video discusses the estimated number of black holes in our galaxy and introduces the discovery of a massive black hole, LB1, which challenges existing models of star evolution. It explores the possibility of planets forming around supermassive black holes, highlighting the need to rethink current astronomical models. The video also touches on the unique nature of LB1, which cannot be observed in the X-ray spectrum, suggesting a hidden population of black holes.

What are the possible scenarios suggested for the formation of LB1's black hole?

What is the significance of the circumnuclear disk in relation to planet formation around black holes?

What challenges do astronomers face in finding planets around supermassive black holes?